As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scale Operator in Plainfield, NJ is $44,250, equivalent to $21 per hour, $851 weekly, or $3,688 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Scale Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Scale Operator in Plainfield, NJ vary widely, spanning from $35,912 to $53,124. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,886) and 75th percentile ($48,895), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,124 per year. This $9,009 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Machine Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Plainfield Scale Operator often earn 3.7% higher than national averages. However, Plainfield currently ranks 52 statewide for Scale Operator 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
Scale Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $35,912 Plainfield, NJ April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $39,886 Plainfield, NJ April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $44,250 Plainfield, NJ April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $48,895 Plainfield, NJ April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $53,124 Plainfield, NJ April 01, 2026
25% $39,886 10% $35,912 90% $53,124 75% $48,895 $44,250 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Plainfield, New Jersey    Plainfield is a city in Union County, New Jersey, United States, known by its nickname as "The Queen City." As of the 2010 United States Census, the c....More

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