As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for plastics engineering in Afton, MN is $100,160, equivalent to $48 per hour, $1,926 weekly, or $8,347 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for plastics engineering in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for plastics engineering in Afton, MN vary widely, spanning from $86,706 to $116,915. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($93,118) and 75th percentile ($108,930), while top earners (90th percentile) make $116,915 per year. This $15,812 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, Afton plastics engineering often earn 1.5% 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
plastics engineering Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $86,706 Afton, MN February 01, 2026
25th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $93,118 Afton, MN February 01, 2026
50th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $100,160 Afton, MN February 01, 2026
75th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $108,930 Afton, MN February 01, 2026
90th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $116,915 Afton, MN February 01, 2026
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Plastics engineering involves the design, development, and manufacturing of plastic products and materials. Professionals in this field typically work in industries such as automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, and medical devices. The salary for plastics engineers can vary based on factors such as experience, education, location, and the specific industry. Entry-level positions may start with salaries around $60,000 to $70,000 annually, while mid-career engineers can earn between $80,000 and $100,000. Senior engineers and those in managerial roles may see salaries exceeding $100,000, parti...

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    plastics engineering

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of plastics engineering in Afton, MN. The base salary for plastics engineering ranges from $93,118 to $108,930 with the average base salary of $100,160. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $99,023 to $121,520 with the average total cash compensation of $109,666.

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About Afton, Minnesota    Afton is a city in Washington County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,886 at the 2010 census. It is located on a small bay where Valle....More

Afton, Minnesota  area prices were up 1.4% from a year ago

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