As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Abilene, KS is $62,331, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,199 weekly, or $5,194 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for PLC Programmer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for PLC Programmer in Abilene, KS vary widely, spanning from $51,101 to $76,248. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,453) and 75th percentile ($69,616), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,248 per year. This $13,163 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Preventative Maintenance, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Abilene PLC Programmer often earn 3.6% lower than national averages. 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
PLC Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $51,101 Abilene, KS June 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $56,453 Abilene, KS June 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $62,331 Abilene, KS June 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $69,616 Abilene, KS June 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $76,248 Abilene, KS June 01, 2026
25% $56,453 10% $51,101 90% $76,248 75% $69,616 $62,331 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Abilene, Kansas    Abilene (pronounced /ˈæbɪliːn/) is a city in and the county seat of Dickinson County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city populati....More

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