As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Plastic Engineer in Charlotte, NC is $87,619, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,685 weekly, or $7,302 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 Charlotte, NC vary widely, spanning from $76,123 to $102,298. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($81,601) and 75th percentile ($95,302), while top earners (90th percentile) make $102,298 per year. This $13,701 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, Charlotte Plastic Engineer often earn 1.7% lower than national averages. However, Charlotte currently ranks 496 statewide for Plastic 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
Plastic Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $76,123 Charlotte, NC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $81,601 Charlotte, NC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $87,619 Charlotte, NC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $95,302 Charlotte, NC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $102,298 Charlotte, NC April 01, 2026
25% $81,601 10% $76,123 90% $102,298 75% $95,302 $87,619 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Charlotte, North Carolina    Charlotte (/ˈʃɑːrlət/) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Located in the Piedmont, it is the county seat of Mecklenburg Co....More

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