What are the main factors that influence a Packaging Engineer I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Packaging Engineer 's salary?

A Packaging Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Packaging Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $81,112, a Packaging Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $92,482, a Packaging Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $109,848, a Packaging Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $135,351, a Packaging Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $169,791,

What are the highest paying states for a Packaging Engineer I?

Packaging Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Packaging Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $85,923, California $85,597, Massachusetts $84,456. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Packaging Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Packaging Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Packaging Engineer: $162,450; Packaging Engineer V: $162,448; Packaging Engineer IV: $129,498; Packaging Engineer III: $105,098; Packaging Engineer: $105,081.

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Packaging Engineer I Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Packaging Engineer I make in Hawaii?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Packaging Engineer I in Hawaii is $81,112 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Packaging Engineer I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,795
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,548 to $86,704
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,661

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Packaging Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,704	$7,225	$1,667	$42
Average	$81,112	$6,759	$1,560	$39
25th Percentile	$73,548	$6,129	$1,414	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Packaging Engineer I Salaries

A Packaging Engineer I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Packaging Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Packaging Engineer I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Packaging Engineer I (0-2 years): $81,112
Packaging Engineer II (2-4 years): $92,482
Packaging Engineer III (4-7 years): $109,848
Packaging Engineer IV (7+ years): $135,351
Packaging Engineer V (7-10 years): $169,791

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Packaging Engineer I	0-2 years	$81,112
Packaging Engineer II	2-4 years	$92,482
Packaging Engineer III	4-7 years	$109,848
Packaging Engineer IV	7+ years	$135,351
Packaging Engineer V	7-10 years	$169,791

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How Do Packaging Engineer I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Packaging Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $85,923.
California: $85,597.
Massachusetts: $84,456.

District of Columbia $85,923 California $85,597 Massachusetts $84,456 Washington $84,146 New Jersey $84,115 Alaska $84,006 Connecticut $82,935 New York $82,501

Hawaii $81,112 Rhode Island $80,460 Maryland $80,017 Minnesota $79,412 Colorado $79,179 Illinois $79,102 Oregon $78,807 Delaware $78,590

New Hampshire $78,453 Virginia $78,147 Pennsylvania $77,255 Nevada $76,805 North Dakota $76,657 Michigan $76,424 Wisconsin $76,339 Vermont $76,168

Texas $75,695 Maine $75,664 Arizona $75,617 Ohio $75,563 Georgia $74,849 Indiana $74,492 Wyoming $74,422 Utah $74,314

Iowa $74,267 Kansas $73,895 Louisiana $73,786 North Carolina $73,747 Missouri $73,732 Florida $73,429 Montana $73,266 Nebraska $73,111

Kentucky $73,025 South Carolina $72,715 Tennessee $72,521 Idaho $72,443 New Mexico $71,877 Oklahoma $71,753 Alabama $71,295 South Dakota $70,527

Arkansas $70,107 West Virginia $69,882 Mississippi $69,207

Top Paying Cities for Packaging Engineer Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $80,700
Anahola: $80,157
Captain Cook: $80,157

Aiea, HI $80,700 Anahola, HI $80,157 Captain Cook, HI $80,157 Eleele, HI $80,157 Ewa Beach, HI $80,700 Kapolei, HI $80,522 Haiku, HI $80,157 Hakalau, HI $80,157

Haleiwa, HI $80,157 Hana, HI $80,157 Hanalei, HI $80,157 Hanamaulu, HI $80,157 Hanapepe, HI $80,157 Hauula, HI $80,336 Hawaii National Park, HI $80,157 Hawi, HI $80,157

Hilo, HI $80,157 Princeville, HI $80,157 Holualoa, HI $80,157 Honaunau, HI $80,157 Honokaa, HI $80,157 Honomu, HI $80,157 Hoolehua, HI $80,157 Kaaawa, HI $80,483

Kahuku, HI $80,157 Kahului, HI $80,157 Kailua, HI $80,700 Ocean View, HI $80,157 Waikoloa, HI $80,157 Keauhou, HI $80,157 Kailua Kona, HI $80,157 Kalaheo, HI $80,157

Kalaupapa, HI $80,157 Kamuela, HI $80,157 Kaneohe, HI $80,700 Kapaa, HI $80,157 Kaumakani, HI $80,157 Kaunakakai, HI $80,157 Keaau, HI $80,157 Kealakekua, HI $80,157

Kealia, HI $80,157 Kekaha, HI $80,157 Kihei, HI $80,157 Kilauea, HI $80,157 Kapaau, HI $80,157 Koloa, HI $80,157 Kualapuu, HI $80,157 Kunia, HI $80,444

Kurtistown, HI $80,157 Lahaina, HI $80,157 Laie, HI $80,227 Lanai City, HI $80,157 Laupahoehoe, HI $80,157 Lawai, HI $80,157 Lihue, HI $80,157 Makawao, HI $80,157

Makaweli, HI $80,157 Maunaloa, HI $80,157 Mountain View, HI $80,157 Naalehu, HI $80,157 Ninole, HI $80,157 Ookala, HI $80,157 Paauilo, HI $80,157 Pahala, HI $80,157

Pahoa, HI $80,157 Paia, HI $80,157 Papaaloa, HI $80,157 Papaikou, HI $80,157 Pearl City, HI $80,700 Pepeekeo, HI $80,157 Puunene, HI $80,157 Volcano, HI $80,157

Wahiawa, HI $80,444 Pukalani, HI $80,157 Mililani, HI $80,553 Kula, HI $80,157 Waialua, HI $80,157 Waianae, HI $80,227 Wailuku, HI $80,157 Waimanalo, HI $80,700

Waimea, HI $80,157 Waipahu, HI $80,662 Honolulu, HI $80,700 J B P H H, HI $80,700 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $80,483 Schofield Barracks, HI $80,413 Fort Shafter, HI $80,700 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $80,700

Camp H M Smith, HI $80,700 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $80,662 Wake Island, HI $80,700

Packaging Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Packaging Engineer I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$73,548

Average $81,112/year

$86,704

$6,129

Average $6,759/month

$7,225

$1,414

Average $1,560/week

$1,667

$35

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,704	$7,225	$1,667	$42
Average	$81,112	$6,759	$1,560	$39
25th Percentile	$73,548	$6,129	$1,414	$35

Packaging Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Packaging Engineer I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Packaging Engineer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $92,482 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

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