Materials Scientists Salary in New York
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New York
Materials Scientists in New York earn a median salary of $110,080 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +5.7% vs the national median of $104,160. An estimated 1,040 materials scientists are employed across New York, with salaries ranging from $100,400 to $126,950 depending on location.
$110,080
Avg median salary in New York
$126,950
Highest paying metro
$100,400
Lowest paying metro
1,040
Employed in New York
Compare Materials Scientists salaries & buying power
Pick two cities to see how salary and purchasing power differ.
Materials Scientists
in
Materials Scientists salaries by city in New York
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, NY | $126,950 | $102,660 | $164,760 | 210 |
| Rochester, NY | $102,890 | $100,810 | $122,330 | 40 |
| New York, NY-NJ | $100,400 | $78,760 | $128,540 | 790 |