Materials Engineers Salary in California

Median Salary

$128,470

per year

Hourly Rate

$61.77

per hour

Employment

3,020

in California

vs. National Avg

+13.8%

National: $112,860

📊 Compared to the national median of $112,860, California pays 13.8% MORE for Materials Engineers positions.

Purchasing Power

$116,052

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

110.7

11% above national avg

Rent/Income

21%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in California

10th

$82,460

25th

$103,250

Median

$128,470

75th

$157,980

90th

$183,880

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).