Materials Scientists Salary in Tennessee
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Tennessee
Materials Scientists in Tennessee earn a median salary of $70,350 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -32.5% vs the national median of $104,160. An estimated 70 materials scientists are employed across Tennessee, with salaries ranging from $69,830 to $70,870 depending on location.
$70,350
Avg median salary in Tennessee
$70,870
Highest paying metro
$69,830
Lowest paying metro
70
Employed in Tennessee
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Materials Scientists salaries by city in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | $70,870 | $50,510 | $87,890 | 30 |
| Knoxville, TN | $69,830 | $59,110 | $77,750 | 40 |