Industries with Fastest Materials Scientists Salary Growth
These industries raised Materials Scientists salaries the most from 2019 to 2024. Useful for deciding which industry to work in or switch to for better pay growth.
24
Industries with Growth
+51.4%
Highest Growth
+20.2%
Average Growth
6
Industries with Decline
Top 15 Industries for Salary Growth
Materials Scientists salary increase from 2019 to 2024
All 24 Industries with Salary Growth
6 Industries with Salary Decline
| Rank | Industry | 2019 Salary | 2024 Salary | $ Decrease | % Decline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods | $118,910 | $77,530 | -$41,380 | -34.8% |
| 2 | Engineering Services | $88,130 | $74,990 | -$13,140 | -14.9% |
| 3 | Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing | $111,250 | $101,700 | -$9,550 | -8.6% |
| 4 | Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing | $110,290 | $103,060 | -$7,230 | -6.6% |
| 5 | Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing | $110,290 | $103,180 | -$7,110 | -6.4% |
| 6 | Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services | $80,150 | $74,990 | -$5,160 | -6.4% |
About This Data
Salary growth is calculated by comparing the median annual wage for Materials Scientists in each industry between 2019 and 2024, using Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Growth percentage = (2024 median - 2019 median) / 2019 median × 100.