As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for plastics engineering in Idaho is $89,999, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,731 weekly, or $7,500 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for plastics engineering in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for plastics engineering in Idaho vary widely, spanning from $78,420 to $105,038. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($83,938) and 75th percentile ($97,871), while top earners (90th percentile) make $105,038 per year. This $13,933 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, Idaho plastics engineering often earn 6.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies. However, Idaho currently ranks 44 nationwide for plastics engineering 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
plastics engineering Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $78,420 ID June 01, 2026
25th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $83,938 ID June 01, 2026
50th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $89,999 ID June 01, 2026
75th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $97,871 ID June 01, 2026
90th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $105,038 ID June 01, 2026
25% $83,938 10% $78,420 90% $105,038 75% $97,871 $89,999 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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Location Aberdeen, ID Avg. Salary $91,732 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Ahsahka, ID Avg. Salary $94,443 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Albion, ID Avg. Salary $94,310 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Almo, ID Avg. Salary $94,341 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location American Falls, ID Avg. Salary $93,310 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Arbon, ID Avg. Salary $91,735 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Arco, ID Avg. Salary $94,207 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Arimo, ID Avg. Salary $91,519 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Ashton, ID Avg. Salary $94,542 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Athol, ID Avg. Salary $99,307 Date Updated June 01, 2026
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