As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Plastic Engineer in Cincinnati, OH is $88,090, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,694 weekly, or $7,341 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 Cincinnati, OH vary widely, spanning from $76,532 to $102,848. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,040) and 75th percentile ($95,815), while top earners (90th percentile) make $102,848 per year. This $13,775 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, Cincinnati Plastic Engineer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Cincinnati currently ranks 467 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 $76,532 Cincinnati, OH April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $82,040 Cincinnati, OH April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $88,090 Cincinnati, OH April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $95,815 Cincinnati, OH April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $102,848 Cincinnati, OH April 01, 2026
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