As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Plant Engineer in Agar, SD is $78,459, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,509 weekly, or $6,538 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Plant Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Plant Engineer in Agar, SD vary widely, spanning from $66,190 to $89,855. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($72,037) and 75th percentile ($84,424), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,855 per year. This $12,387 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Standard Operating Procedures or Continuous Improvement, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Agar Plant Engineer often earn 4.9% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Plant Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $66,190 Agar, SD May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $72,037 Agar, SD May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $78,459 Agar, SD May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $84,424 Agar, SD May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $89,855 Agar, SD May 01, 2026
25% $72,037 10% $66,190 90% $89,855 75% $84,424 $78,459 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Agar, South Dakota    Agar is a small town in Sully County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 76 as of the 2010 census. Agar is a farm/ranch service center wi....More

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