PLC Programmer Salary in the United States

PLC Programmer Salary

How much does a PLC Programmer make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a PLC Programmer in the United States is $67,753. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $61,209 to $76,224, with most professionals earning between $55,250 and $83,936.

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10th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $55,250 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $61,209 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $67,753 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $76,224 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $83,936 US April 01, 2025
25% $61,209 10% $55,250 90% $83,936 75% $76,224 $67,753 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. Down a level:

    Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    PLC Programmer

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator III

    5 - 7 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of PLC Programmer in the United States. The base salary for PLC Programmer ranges from $61,209 to $76,224 with the average base salary of $67,753. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,209 to $76,224 with the average total cash compensation of $67,753.

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