Materials Scientists Salary in North Carolina
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • North Carolina
Materials Scientists in North Carolina earn a median salary of $93,390 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -10.3% vs the national median of $104,160. An estimated 320 materials scientists are employed across North Carolina, with salaries ranging from $80,010 to $106,470 depending on location.
$93,390
Avg median salary in North Carolina
$106,470
Highest paying metro
$80,010
Lowest paying metro
320
Employed in North Carolina
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Materials Scientists salaries by city in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greensboro, NC | $106,470 | $93,430 | $117,790 | 60 |
| Durham, NC | $106,190 | $62,040 | $127,750 | 170 |
| Charlotte, NC-SC | $80,890 | $80,770 | $108,100 | 40 |
| Raleigh, NC | $80,010 | $60,520 | $103,590 | 50 |