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Materials Scientists
Full materials scientists overview →U.S. mean $126,180 · median $117,790
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | #1 | $189,460 | $177,030 | $91 | +50.2% | $96,050–$300,330 |
| Oregon | #2 | $154,140 | $150,550 | $74 | +22.2% | $105,030–$199,000 |
| District of Columbia | #3 | $141,040 | $137,600 | $68 | +11.8% | $132,790–$161,700 |
| Washington | #4 | $139,140 | $127,250 | $67 | +10.3% | $76,390–$209,800 |