PLC Programmer Salary in the United States

PLC Programmer Salary

How much does a PLC Programmer make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a PLC Programmer in the United States is $72,467. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $63,950 to $82,801, with most professionals earning between $56,196 and $92,210.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $56,196 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $63,950 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $72,467 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $82,801 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $92,210 US March 01, 2025
25% $63,950 10% $56,196 90% $92,210 75% $82,801 $72,467 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    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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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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74203
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 $63,950 to $82,801 with the average base salary of $72,467. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $65,210 to $84,748 with the average total cash compensation of $74,203.

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Skills associated with PLC Programmer: Design, Programming

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