As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Plastic Engineer in Los Angeles, CA is $100,419, equivalent to $48 per hour, $1,931 weekly, or $8,368 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 Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $87,244 to $117,243. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($93,523) and 75th percentile ($109,225), while top earners (90th percentile) make $117,243 per year. This $15,702 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, Los Angeles Plastic Engineer often earn 0.4% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 76 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 $87,244 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $93,523 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $100,419 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $109,225 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Plastic Engineer Salary $117,243 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
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