As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Plant Engineer in Saint Cloud, MN is $89,543, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,722 weekly, or $7,462 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 Saint Cloud, MN vary widely, spanning from $75,541 to $102,549. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,214) and 75th percentile ($96,351), while top earners (90th percentile) make $102,549 per year. This $14,137 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, Saint Cloud Plant Engineer often earn 3.6% lower than national averages. However, Saint Cloud currently ranks 402 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 $75,541 Saint Cloud, MN May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $82,214 Saint Cloud, MN May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $89,543 Saint Cloud, MN May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $96,351 Saint Cloud, MN May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Plant Engineer Salary $102,549 Saint Cloud, MN May 01, 2026
25% $82,214 10% $75,541 90% $102,549 75% $96,351 $89,543 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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About Saint Cloud, Minnesota    St. Cloud is a city in the U.S. state of Minnesota and the largest population center in the state's central region. Its population is 67,984 according....More

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