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

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

How does experience change A Plastics Engineer's salary?

A Plastics Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Plastics Engineer (0-2 years)earns $83,685, a Chemical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $97,324, a Chemical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $114,530, a Chemical Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $138,462, a Chemical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $164,984,

What are the highest paying states for a Plastics Engineer?

Plastics Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Plastics Engineer roles are District of Columbia $90,114, California $89,773, Massachusetts $88,576. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Plastics Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Plastics Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Chemical Engineer - Advisor: $190,200; Senior Chemical Engineer: $114,490; Intermediate Chemical Engineer: $97,290; plastics engineering: $96,410; Entry Chemical Engineer: $83,690.

Plastics Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Plastics Engineer make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Plastics Engineer in Delaware is $82,423 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,061
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,367 to $89,038
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,853

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Plastics Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,038	$7,420	$1,712	$43
Average	$82,423	$6,869	$1,585	$40
25th Percentile	$76,367	$6,364	$1,469	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Plastics Engineer Salaries

A Plastics Engineer'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 Plastics Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Plastics Engineer'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $83,685
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,324
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,530
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,462
Expert (over 8 years): $164,984

Levels	Salary
Plastics ... Level Plastics Engineer	$83,685
Chemical ... Level Plastics Engineer	$97,324
Chemical ... Level Plastics Engineer	$114,530
Chemical ... Level Plastics Engineer	$138,462
Chemical ... Level Plastics Engineer	$164,984

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How Do Plastics Engineer 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 Plastics Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,114.
California: $89,773.
Massachusetts: $88,576.

District of Columbia $90,114 California $89,773 Massachusetts $88,576 Washington $88,251 New Jersey $88,218 Alaska $88,104 Connecticut $86,981 New York $86,525

Hawaii $85,068 Rhode Island $84,385 Maryland $83,921 Minnesota $83,286 Colorado $83,042 Illinois $82,960 Oregon $82,651 Delaware $82,423

New Hampshire $82,280 Virginia $81,959 Pennsylvania $81,023 Nevada $80,551 North Dakota $80,396 Michigan $80,152 Wisconsin $80,063 Vermont $79,884

Texas $79,387 Maine $79,355 Arizona $79,306 Ohio $79,249 Georgia $78,500 Indiana $78,126 Wyoming $78,052 Utah $77,938

Iowa $77,890 Kansas $77,499 Louisiana $77,385 North Carolina $77,344 Missouri $77,328 Florida $77,011 Montana $76,840 Nebraska $76,677

Kentucky $76,587 South Carolina $76,262 Tennessee $76,058 Idaho $75,977 New Mexico $75,383 Oklahoma $75,253 Alabama $74,772 South Dakota $73,967

Arkansas $73,527 West Virginia $73,291 Mississippi $72,583

Top Paying Cities for Plastics Engineers

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:

Lincoln: $82,052
Little Creek: $82,653
Magnolia: $82,534

Lincoln, DE $82,052 Little Creek, DE $82,653 Magnolia, DE $82,534 Milford, DE $82,260 Marydel, DE $82,395 Millsboro, DE $81,708 Millville, DE $81,834 Milton, DE $81,975

Nassau, DE $82,035 Ocean View, DE $81,820 Rehoboth Beach, DE $81,977 Seaford, DE $82,023 Selbyville, DE $81,684 Smyrna, DE $82,710 Viola, DE $82,329 Woodside, DE $82,550

Bear, DE $82,360 Newark, DE $82,329 Claymont, DE $82,497 Delaware City, DE $82,411 Hockessin, DE $82,321 Kirkwood, DE $82,395 Middletown, DE $82,427 Montchanin, DE $82,340

New Castle, DE $82,352 Odessa, DE $82,468 Port Penn, DE $82,523 Rockland, DE $82,348 Saint Georges, DE $82,401 Townsend, DE $82,528 Winterthur, DE $82,358 Lewes, DE $82,007

Wilmington, DE $82,325 Dover, DE $82,653 Dover Afb, DE $82,217 Bethany Beach, DE $81,734 Bethel, DE $81,818 Bridgeville, DE $82,011 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,420 Cheswold, DE $82,626

Clayton, DE $82,628 Dagsboro, DE $81,677 Delmar, DE $81,546 Ellendale, DE $81,793 Felton, DE $82,254 Fenwick Island, DE $81,695 Frankford, DE $81,552 Frederica, DE $82,335

Georgetown, DE $81,646 Greenwood, DE $82,024 Harbeson, DE $81,733 Harrington, DE $82,150 Hartly, DE $82,405 Houston, DE $82,032 Kenton, DE $82,632 Laurel, DE $81,597

Yorklyn, DE $82,346

Plastics Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Plastics Engineer'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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$76,367

Average $82,423/year

$89,038

$6,364

Average $6,869/month

$7,420

$1,469

Average $1,585/week

$1,712

$37

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,038	$7,420	$1,712	$43
Average	$82,423	$6,869	$1,585	$40
25th Percentile	$76,367	$6,364	$1,469	$37

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