Materials Engineers Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $82,030 -24.3% vs national
Median hourly $39.44
10th percentile $56,720
90th percentile $114,660
Employed locally 40
National median $108,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,720
    25th
    $63,470
    50th (median)
    $82,030
    75th
    $100,100
    90th
    $114,660

    Top-paying metros for Materials Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $151,260
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $147,080
    Boulder, CO $141,320
    Washington $140,810
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $140,810
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $140,180

    Related occupations in Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $88,120
    Mechanical Engineers $99,130
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $59,820
    Electrical Engineers $99,700
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $47,700
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $99,680

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Materials Engineers make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Materials Engineers in Southern Michigan is $39.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.13 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Materials Engineers salaries?

    The median Materials Engineers salary in Southern Michigan is 24.3% below the national median of $108,310. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Materials Engineers in Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Materials Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $56,720 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,470.