Materials Scientist
H-1B Salary Data · 33 certified filings
$109,720Avg. Salary
$50,000Minimum
$173,799Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Materials Scientist is $109,720 — 10% below the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 33 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Materials Scientist?
The average H-1B salary for Materials Scientist is $109,720 based on 33 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $50,000 to $173,799.
$109,720
Average
$50,000
Minimum
$173,799
Maximum
33
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Materials Scientist
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Battelle Memorial Institute | $123,664 | 10 |
| UChicago Argonne LLC | $106,087 | 5 |
Section 2
Materials Scientist Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Richland, WA | $123,664 | 10 |
| Lemont, IL | $106,087 | 5 |
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Section 3
Pay for this role varies by DOL wage level — see the H-1B wage levels I–IV explained with prevailing wage data per level.
Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Category: Science. Updated: Q1 FY2025.