Local Market Insights: Boston

The demand for Materials Engineer professionals in Boston is highly competitive. Local salaries often adjust based on the metro area's cost of living and industry concentration.

Local Demand
High
Competition
Moderate
Growth Trend
+5%
Boston, MA

Materials Engineer Jobs in Boston

Education and biotech leader with world-class universities and hospitals. Materials Engineer professionals in Boston enjoy a median salary of $108,750, adjusted for the local cost of living (178 index).

Median Salary
$108,750
Average Salary
$112,500
Cost of Living
178
Job Growth
5%

About Materials Engineer in Boston

Develop, process, and test materials used in products from airplanes to computers.

The Boston market for materials engineers is influenced by the city's strong economy, with salaries typically above the national average.

Pros & Cons in Boston

Pros

  • +Intellectual work
  • +Good pay
  • +Many industries
  • +Research opportunities

Cons

  • -Lab work
  • -Rigorous education
  • -Less remote work
  • -Documentation

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