Materials Scientists Salary in California

Median Salary

$177,030

per year

Hourly Rate

$85.11

per hour

Employment

1,030

in California

vs. National Avg

+50.3%

National: $117,790

📊 Compared to the national median of $117,790, California pays 50.3% MORE for Materials Scientists positions.

Purchasing Power

$159,919

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

110.7

11% above national avg

Rent/Income

15%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in California

10th

$96,050

25th

$131,060

Median

$177,030

75th

$233,890

90th

$300,330

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