Materials Scientists Salary in Wichita, KS

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Wichita, KS

Median annual salary $98,110 -5.8% vs national
Median hourly $47.17
10th percentile $81,900
90th percentile $173,040
Employed locally 30
National median $104,160

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $81,900
    25th
    $82,170
    50th (median)
    $98,110
    75th
    $127,640
    90th
    $173,040

    Wichita economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,930 2023 • Census ACS
    Materials Scientists salary vs area income 142% Median Materials Scientists salary is 42% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Materials Scientists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $156,530
    Worcester, MA $142,900
    New Hampshire $136,300
    Salt Lake City-Murray, UT $135,510
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $133,530
    California $131,530

    Related occupations in Wichita, KS

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $64,920
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,160
    School Psychologists $62,570
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $89,140
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $47,020
    Chemists $81,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Materials Scientists make per hour in Wichita?

    The median hourly wage for Materials Scientists in Wichita, KS is $47.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $83.19 or more per hour.

    Is Wichita above or below average for Materials Scientists salaries?

    The median Materials Scientists salary in Wichita, KS is 5.8% below the national median of $104,160. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Materials Scientists in Wichita?

    Entry-level Materials Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $81,900 per year in Wichita, KS. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $82,170.