As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for plastics engineering in Minnesota is $98,666, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,897 weekly, or $8,222 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 Minnesota vary widely, spanning from $85,412 to $115,170. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($91,728) and 75th percentile ($107,305), while top earners (90th percentile) make $115,170 per year. This $15,577 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, Minnesota plastics engineering often earn 2.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies. However, Minnesota currently ranks 12 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 $85,412 MN February 01, 2026
25th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $91,728 MN February 01, 2026
50th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $98,666 MN February 01, 2026
75th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $107,305 MN February 01, 2026
90th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $115,170 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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Location Lakeville, MN Avg. Salary $107,142 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Minnetonka, MN Avg. Salary $107,822 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ada, MN Avg. Salary $97,634 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adams, MN Avg. Salary $102,352 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adolph, MN Avg. Salary $98,818 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adrian, MN Avg. Salary $91,967 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Afton, MN Avg. Salary $107,019 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ah Gwah Ching, MN Avg. Salary $98,746 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Aitkin, MN Avg. Salary $99,292 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Akeley, MN Avg. Salary $99,169 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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