As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for plastics engineering in Michigan is $94,935, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,826 weekly, or $7,911 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 Michigan vary widely, spanning from $83,011 to $110,806. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,694) and 75th percentile ($103,243), while top earners (90th percentile) make $110,806 per year. This $14,549 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, Michigan plastics engineering often earn 1.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies. However, Michigan currently ranks 22 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 $83,011 MI October 01, 2026
25th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $88,694 MI October 01, 2026
50th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $94,935 MI October 01, 2026
75th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $103,243 MI October 01, 2026
90th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $110,806 MI October 01, 2026
25% $88,694 10% $83,011 90% $110,806 75% $103,243 $94,935 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 Taylor, MI Avg. Salary $104,543 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Acme, MI Avg. Salary $98,192 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Ada, MI Avg. Salary $100,452 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Addison, MI Avg. Salary $100,619 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Adrian, MI Avg. Salary $101,547 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Afton, MI Avg. Salary $97,920 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Ahmeek, MI Avg. Salary $98,650 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Akron, MI Avg. Salary $98,434 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alanson, MI Avg. Salary $98,153 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Alba, MI Avg. Salary $98,077 Date Updated October 01, 2026
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