Applied Materials Materials Scientist salary
Based on 10 H-1B filings by Applied Materials, Inc, fiscal years 2025–2026. Base salary only.
Also listed as: Research Associate Materials Science
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $131,830 |
| 25th | $134,543 |
| 50th (median) | $154,731 |
| 75th | $179,466 |
| 90th | $183,721 |
By state
Bar length: number of filings (California 5). Figure: average salary in that state.
By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | – | 0 |
| Level II · Qualified | – | 0 |
| Level III · Experienced | too few | 6 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | too few | 3 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Questions
How much does a materials scientist make at Applied Materials?
In H-1B filings, Applied Materials, Inc's median base salary for Materials Scientist is $154,731; half of filings fall between $134,543 and $179,466. Bonus and stock are not included.
Does Applied Materials sponsor H-1B visas for materials scientists?
Yes. Applied Materials, Inc filed 10 certified Labor Condition Applications for this role in FY2025–FY2026. A filing is a step before the visa petition, not an approval.
Which job titles are included?
Filings are grouped by occupation code 19-2032 (Materials Scientists), so this page covers every job title Applied Materials filed under that code.
Where does this data come from?
The U.S. Department of Labor's public LCA disclosure files, updated every quarter. Methodology