Materials Engineer Salary in Oregon
Based on 120+ workers in Oregon
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (OR)
$122,850
$59.06/hr
vs National Average
$108,868
+12.8% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$79K – $163K
120 employed in Oregon
Salary Distribution — Materials Engineer in Oregon
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $79,040 |
| 25th percentile | $98,670 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $122,850 |
| 75th percentile | $147,420 |
| 90th percentile | $162,600 |
Top-Paying Industries for Materials Engineer (U.S.)
Which industries pay Materials Engineers the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Materials Engineers in Oregon tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $137,650 | 2K |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | $130,620 | 70 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $126,510 | 2K |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $122,660 | 6K |
| Transportation and Warehousing | $118,890 | 130 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Materials Engineer in Oregon vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Oregon) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $125,400 |
| 2023 | $126,340 |
| 2024 | $127,360 |
| 2025 | $122,850 |
| 2026 (projected) | $122,850 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Oregon Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $125,400 | $94,212 |
| 2023 | $126,340 | $99,580 |
| 2024 | $127,360 | $104,882 |
| 2025 | $122,850 | $108,868 |
| 2026 (projected) | $122,850 | $108,868 |
Materials Engineer Salary by Experience Level in Oregon
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $98,670 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $122,850 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $147,420 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $162,600 |
Materials Engineer Salary in Other States
Related Materials Engineer Salaries in Oregon
How other high-demand occupations in Oregon compare to Materials Engineer ($122,850 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Materials Engineer | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering Manager in OR | $177,190 | +44.2% | $85.19/hr |
| Industrial Engineer in OR | $128,290 | +4.4% | $61.68/hr |
| Environmental Engineer in OR | $127,100 | +3.5% | $61.11/hr |
| Electrical Engineer in OR | $125,160 | +1.9% | $60.17/hr |
| Aerospace Engineer in OR | $124,630 | +1.4% | $59.92/hr |
| Biomedical Engineer in OR | $122,510 | -0.3% | $58.90/hr |
| Chemical Engineer in OR | $116,950 | -4.8% | $56.23/hr |
| Civil Engineer in OR | $105,250 | -14.3% | $50.60/hr |
| Mechanical Engineer in OR | $103,470 | -15.8% | $49.75/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in OR | $122,830 | -0.0% | $59.05/hr |
| Economist in OR | $122,120 | -0.6% | $58.71/hr |
| Dental Hygienist in OR | $122,080 | -0.6% | $58.69/hr |