As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Plastic Engineer in Alameda, CA is $110,709, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,129 weekly, or $9,226 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Plastic Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Plastic Engineer in Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $96,183 to $129,256. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($103,105) and 75th percentile ($120,417), while top earners (90th percentile) make $129,256 per year. This $17,312 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Design Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alameda Plastic Engineer often earn 10.7% higher 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
Plastic Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $96,183 Alameda, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $103,105 Alameda, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $110,709 Alameda, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $120,417 Alameda, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $129,256 Alameda, CA April 01, 2026
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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

Alameda, California  area prices were up 4.5% from a year ago

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