As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Plant Engineer in Jackson, MS is $80,702, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,552 weekly, or $6,725 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 Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $68,069 to $92,421. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,090) and 75th percentile ($86,836), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,421 per year. This $12,746 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, Jackson Plant Engineer often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 766 statewide for Plant Engineer job salary. 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 $68,069 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $74,090 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $80,702 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $86,836 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $92,421 Jackson, MS August 01, 2026
25% $74,090 10% $68,069 90% $92,421 75% $86,836 $80,702 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Plant Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

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