Materials Engineers Salary in Washington
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Washington
Materials Engineers in Washington earn a median salary of $136,233 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +25.8% vs the national median of $108,310. An estimated 1,900 materials engineers are employed across Washington, with salaries ranging from $132,490 to $140,810 depending on location.
$136,233
Avg median salary in Washington
$140,810
Highest paying metro
$132,490
Lowest paying metro
1,900
Employed in Washington
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inMaterials Engineers salaries by city in Washington
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | $140,810 | $121,360 | $182,150 | 1,100 |
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $135,400 | $103,830 | $168,590 | 760 |
| Kennewick, WA | $132,490 | $113,890 | $212,990 | 40 |