As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for plastics engineering in Indiana is $92,553, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,780 weekly, or $7,713 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 Indiana vary widely, spanning from $80,120 to $108,035. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($86,045) and 75th percentile ($100,657), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,035 per year. This $14,612 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, Indiana plastics engineering often earn 4.0% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies. However, Indiana currently ranks 30 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 $80,120 IN February 01, 2026
25th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $86,045 IN February 01, 2026
50th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $92,553 IN February 01, 2026
75th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $100,657 IN February 01, 2026
90th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $108,035 IN 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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Location Vincennes, IN Avg. Salary $92,009 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Advance, IN Avg. Salary $99,200 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Akron, IN Avg. Salary $96,624 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alamo, IN Avg. Salary $93,214 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Albany, IN Avg. Salary $94,780 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Albion, IN Avg. Salary $96,717 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alexandria, IN Avg. Salary $95,398 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ambia, IN Avg. Salary $100,024 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Amboy, IN Avg. Salary $94,780 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Amo, IN Avg. Salary $97,479 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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