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

What industry pays the highest salary for Plastics Engineer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Plastics Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Plastics Engineer's salary?

A Plastics Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Plastics Engineer (0-2 years)earns $83,683, 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 $138,463, a Chemical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $164,988,

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 $90,132, California $89,790, Massachusetts $88,593. 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: $96,408; Entry Chemical Engineer: $83,690.

Plastics Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Plastics Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Plastics Engineer in Delaware is $82,439 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): $95,038
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,469 to $89,034
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,034

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,034	$7,419	$1,712	$43
Average	$82,439	$6,870	$1,585	$40
25th Percentile	$76,469	$6,372	$1,471	$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): $83,683
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,324
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,530
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,463
Expert (over 8 years): $164,988

Levels	Salary
Plastics ... Level Plastics Engineer	$83,683
Chemical ... Level Plastics Engineer	$97,324
Chemical ... Level Plastics Engineer	$114,530
Chemical ... Level Plastics Engineer	$138,463
Chemical ... Level Plastics Engineer	$164,988

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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: $90,132.
California: $89,790.
Massachusetts: $88,593.

District of Columbia $90,132 California $89,790 Massachusetts $88,593 Washington $88,268 New Jersey $88,235 Alaska $88,121 Connecticut $86,998 New York $86,542

Hawaii $85,085 Rhode Island $84,401 Maryland $83,937 Minnesota $83,302 Colorado $83,058 Illinois $82,976 Oregon $82,667 Delaware $82,439

New Hampshire $82,296 Virginia $81,975 Pennsylvania $81,039 Nevada $80,567 North Dakota $80,412 Michigan $80,168 Wisconsin $80,078 Vermont $79,899

Texas $79,403 Maine $79,370 Arizona $79,321 Ohio $79,264 Georgia $78,515 Indiana $78,141 Wyoming $78,067 Utah $77,954

Iowa $77,905 Kansas $77,514 Louisiana $77,400 North Carolina $77,359 Missouri $77,343 Florida $77,026 Montana $76,855 Nebraska $76,692

Kentucky $76,602 South Carolina $76,277 Tennessee $76,073 Idaho $75,992 New Mexico $75,397 Oklahoma $75,267 Alabama $74,787 South Dakota $73,981

Arkansas $73,541 West Virginia $73,305 Mississippi $72,597

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: $82,068
Little Creek: $82,669
Magnolia: $82,550

Lincoln, DE $82,068 Little Creek, DE $82,669 Magnolia, DE $82,550 Milford, DE $82,276 Marydel, DE $82,411 Millsboro, DE $81,723 Millville, DE $81,850 Milton, DE $81,991

Nassau, DE $82,051 Ocean View, DE $81,836 Rehoboth Beach, DE $81,993 Seaford, DE $82,039 Selbyville, DE $81,700 Smyrna, DE $82,725 Viola, DE $82,345 Woodside, DE $82,566

Bear, DE $82,375 Newark, DE $82,345 Claymont, DE $82,513 Delaware City, DE $82,427 Hockessin, DE $82,337 Kirkwood, DE $82,411 Middletown, DE $82,443 Montchanin, DE $82,356

New Castle, DE $82,368 Odessa, DE $82,484 Port Penn, DE $82,539 Rockland, DE $82,364 Saint Georges, DE $82,417 Townsend, DE $82,544 Winterthur, DE $82,374 Lewes, DE $82,023

Wilmington, DE $82,341 Dover, DE $82,669 Dover Afb, DE $82,233 Bethany Beach, DE $81,749 Bethel, DE $81,834 Bridgeville, DE $82,027 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,436 Cheswold, DE $82,642

Clayton, DE $82,644 Dagsboro, DE $81,692 Delmar, DE $81,561 Ellendale, DE $81,809 Felton, DE $82,270 Fenwick Island, DE $81,710 Frankford, DE $81,568 Frederica, DE $82,351

Georgetown, DE $81,662 Greenwood, DE $82,040 Harbeson, DE $81,749 Harrington, DE $82,165 Hartly, DE $82,421 Houston, DE $82,048 Kenton, DE $82,648 Laurel, DE $81,613

Yorklyn, DE $82,362

Plastics Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Plastics Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Plastics Engineer positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Plastics Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Plastics Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$98,927	$48.0	20%

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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$76,469

Average $82,439/year

$89,034

$6,372

Average $6,870/month

$7,419

$1,471

Average $1,585/week

$1,712

$37

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,034	$7,419	$1,712	$43
Average	$82,439	$6,870	$1,585	$40
25th Percentile	$76,469	$6,372	$1,471	$37

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