As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for plastics engineering in Nevada is $95,417, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,835 weekly, or $7,951 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 Nevada vary widely, spanning from $83,141 to $111,362. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,991) and 75th percentile ($103,763), while top earners (90th percentile) make $111,362 per year. This $14,772 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, Nevada plastics engineering often earn 1.0% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies. However, Nevada currently ranks 20 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 $83,141 NV June 01, 2026
25th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $88,991 NV June 01, 2026
50th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $95,417 NV June 01, 2026
75th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $103,763 NV June 01, 2026
90th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $111,362 NV June 01, 2026
25% $88,991 10% $83,141 90% $111,362 75% $103,763 $95,417 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 Sun Valley, NV Avg. Salary $104,288 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Alamo, NV Avg. Salary $104,070 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Amargosa Valley, NV Avg. Salary $104,165 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Austin, NV Avg. Salary $104,001 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Baker, NV Avg. Salary $103,618 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Battle Mountain, NV Avg. Salary $104,147 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Beatty, NV Avg. Salary $104,190 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Blue Diamond, NV Avg. Salary $101,267 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Boulder City, NV Avg. Salary $101,395 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Bunkerville, NV Avg. Salary $103,522 Date Updated June 01, 2026
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