DOL Median (Royal Oak, MI)
$187,182
vs National
+167.4%
National: $70,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$206,603
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$187,182
+167.4% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$70,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Materials Scientists in Royal Oak, MI earns $187,182 in nominal terms, which is 167.4% above the national average of $70,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 90.6 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $206,603 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Royal Oak, MI
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Ascend Performance Materials Operations LLC | $92,610 | 4 |
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How much does a Materials Scientists make in Royal Oak, MI?
The median Materials Scientists salary in Royal Oak, MI is $187,182 based on 1 DOL filings.
Is Royal Oak, MI a good place to work as a Materials Scientists?
A Materials Scientists in Royal Oak, MI earns 167.4% more than the national median of $70,000, or $206,603 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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