As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Ainsworth, IA is $64,347, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,237 weekly, or $5,362 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for PLC Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for PLC Programmer in Ainsworth, IA vary widely, spanning from $52,793 to $78,647. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,299) and 75th percentile ($71,832), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,647 per year. This $13,533 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, Ainsworth PLC Programmer often earn 1.0% 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 $52,793 Ainsworth, IA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $58,299 Ainsworth, IA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $64,347 Ainsworth, IA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $71,832 Ainsworth, IA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $78,647 Ainsworth, IA April 01, 2026
25% $58,299 10% $52,793 90% $78,647 75% $71,832 $64,347 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Ainsworth, Iowa    Ainsworth is a city in Washington County, Iowa, United States. It is a part of the Iowa City, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 5....More

Ainsworth, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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