As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Plastic Engineer in Elkhart, IN is $87,537, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,683 weekly, or $7,295 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 Elkhart, IN vary widely, spanning from $76,052 to $102,202. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($81,525) and 75th percentile ($95,213), while top earners (90th percentile) make $102,202 per year. This $13,688 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, Elkhart Plastic Engineer often earn 0.6% lower than national averages. However, Elkhart currently ranks 500 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 $76,052 Elkhart, IN April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $81,525 Elkhart, IN April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $87,537 Elkhart, IN April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $95,213 Elkhart, IN April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $102,202 Elkhart, IN April 01, 2026
25% $81,525 10% $76,052 90% $102,202 75% $95,213 $87,537 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Elkhart, Indiana    Elkhart /ˈɛlkɑːrt/ is a city in Elkhart County, Indiana, United States. The city is located 15 miles (24 km) east of South Bend, Indiana, 110 miles (1....More

Elkhart, Indiana  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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