How much does a Plant Worker make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Plant Worker in the United States is $53,339. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $41,967 to a high of $66,871, with most professionals earning between $47,386 and $60,422.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Plant Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Plant Worker Salary $41,967 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Plant Worker Salary $47,386 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Plant Worker Salary $53,339 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Plant Worker Salary $60,422 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Plant Worker Salary $66,871 US April 01, 2025
25% $47,386 10% $41,967 90% $66,871 75% $60,422 $53,339 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Plant Worker

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  1. This Job:

    Plant Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    General Maintenance Worker II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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