What are the main factors that influence a Plastic Injection Operator's salary?

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

How does experience change A Plastic Injection Operator's salary?

A Plastic Injection Operator's salary grows with experience: an Injection Molding Machine Operator I (0-1 years)earns $44,641, an Plastic Injection Operator (1-3 years)earns $50,423, an Injection Molding Machine Operator III (3-5 years)earns $58,869,

What are the highest paying states for a Plastic Injection Operator?

Plastic Injection Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Plastic Injection Operator roles are District of Columbia $55,560, California $55,349, Massachusetts $54,612. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Plastic Injection Operator roles make?

Salaries for Plastic Injection Operator level roles vary by specialization: Plastic Injection Mold Designer: $70,628; Plastic Injection Mold Maker: $61,679; Plastic Injection Molding Operator III: $56,700; Injection Molding Machine Operator III: $56,619; Plastic Injection Molding Operator II: $48,500.

Plastic Injection Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Plastic Injection Operator make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Plastic Injection Operator in Delaware is $50,818 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Plastic Injection Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,080
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,895 to $56,189
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,414

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Plastic Injection Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,189	$4,682	$1,081	$27
Average	$50,818	$4,235	$977	$24
25th Percentile	$45,895	$3,825	$883	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Plastic Injection Operator Salaries

A Plastic Injection Operator'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 Do Plastic Injection Operator 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 Plastic Injection Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $55,560.
California: $55,349.
Massachusetts: $54,612.

District of Columbia $55,560 California $55,349 Massachusetts $54,612 Washington $54,411 New Jersey $54,391 Alaska $54,321 Connecticut $53,628 New York $53,347

Hawaii $52,449 Rhode Island $52,027 Maryland $51,741 Minnesota $51,350 Colorado $51,199 Illinois $51,149 Oregon $50,959 Delaware $50,818

New Hampshire $50,730 Virginia $50,532 Pennsylvania $49,955 Nevada $49,664 North Dakota $49,569 Michigan $49,418 Wisconsin $49,363 Vermont $49,252

Texas $48,946 Maine $48,926 Arizona $48,896 Ohio $48,861 Georgia $48,399 Indiana $48,169 Wyoming $48,123 Utah $48,053

Iowa $48,023 Kansas $47,782 Louisiana $47,712 North Carolina $47,687 Missouri $47,677 Florida $47,481 Montana $47,376 Nebraska $47,275

Kentucky $47,220 South Carolina $47,019 Tennessee $46,894 Idaho $46,844 New Mexico $46,477 Oklahoma $46,397 Alabama $46,101 South Dakota $45,604

Arkansas $45,333 West Virginia $45,188 Mississippi $44,751

Top Paying Cities for Plastic Injection Operators

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: $52,594
Little Creek: $52,108
Magnolia: $52,324

Lincoln, DE $52,594 Little Creek, DE $52,108 Magnolia, DE $52,324 Milford, DE $52,594 Marydel, DE $51,912 Millsboro, DE $52,594 Millville, DE $52,946 Milton, DE $52,594

Nassau, DE $52,594 Ocean View, DE $52,946 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,946 Seaford, DE $52,043 Selbyville, DE $52,946 Smyrna, DE $51,852 Viola, DE $52,324 Woodside, DE $52,173

Bear, DE $51,470 Newark, DE $51,491 Claymont, DE $51,531 Delaware City, DE $51,491 Hockessin, DE $51,531 Kirkwood, DE $51,491 Middletown, DE $51,746 Montchanin, DE $51,531

New Castle, DE $51,531 Odessa, DE $51,817 Port Penn, DE $51,350 Rockland, DE $51,531 Saint Georges, DE $51,491 Townsend, DE $51,741 Winterthur, DE $51,531 Lewes, DE $52,594

Wilmington, DE $51,531 Dover, DE $52,083 Dover Afb, DE $52,203 Bethany Beach, DE $52,946 Bethel, DE $52,043 Bridgeville, DE $52,594 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,138 Cheswold, DE $51,962

Clayton, DE $51,832 Dagsboro, DE $52,946 Delmar, DE $52,043 Ellendale, DE $52,594 Felton, DE $52,594 Fenwick Island, DE $52,946 Frankford, DE $52,946 Frederica, DE $52,594

Georgetown, DE $52,594 Greenwood, DE $52,594 Harbeson, DE $52,594 Harrington, DE $52,594 Hartly, DE $51,807 Houston, DE $52,594 Kenton, DE $51,832 Laurel, DE $52,043

Yorklyn, DE $51,531

Plastic Injection Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Plastic Injection Operator'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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$45,895

Average $50,818/year

$56,189

$3,825

Average $4,235/month

$4,682

$883

Average $977/week

$1,081

$22

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,189	$4,682	$1,081	$27
Average	$50,818	$4,235	$977	$24
25th Percentile	$45,895	$3,825	$883	$22

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