As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for plastics engineering in Ohio is $93,883, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,805 weekly, or $7,824 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 Ohio vary widely, spanning from $81,272 to $109,588. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($87,282) and 75th percentile ($102,104), while top earners (90th percentile) make $109,588 per year. This $14,822 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, Ohio plastics engineering often earn 2.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies. However, Ohio currently ranks 28 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 $81,272 OH February 01, 2026
25th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $87,282 OH February 01, 2026
50th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $93,883 OH February 01, 2026
75th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $102,104 OH February 01, 2026
90th Percentile plastics engineering Salary $109,588 OH February 01, 2026
25% $87,282 10% $81,272 90% $109,588 75% $102,104 $93,883 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 Chillicothe, OH Avg. Salary $94,069 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Lakewood, OH Avg. Salary $100,333 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Portsmouth, OH Avg. Salary $93,173 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen, OH Avg. Salary $92,555 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ada, OH Avg. Salary $95,336 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adamsville, OH Avg. Salary $95,553 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Addyston, OH Avg. Salary $100,065 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adelphi, OH Avg. Salary $93,822 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adena, OH Avg. Salary $96,305 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Akron, OH Avg. Salary $98,128 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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