As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Plant Engineer in Minneapolis, MN is $94,817, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,823 weekly, or $7,901 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 Minneapolis, MN vary widely, spanning from $79,976 to $108,591. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($87,049) and 75th percentile ($102,027), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,591 per year. This $14,978 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, Minneapolis Plant Engineer often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Minneapolis currently ranks 221 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 $79,976 Minneapolis, MN September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $87,049 Minneapolis, MN September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $94,817 Minneapolis, MN September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $102,027 Minneapolis, MN September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $108,591 Minneapolis, MN September 01, 2026
25% $87,049 10% $79,976 90% $108,591 75% $102,027 $94,817 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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