As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Akin, IL is $63,828, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,227 weekly, or $5,319 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 Akin, IL vary widely, spanning from $52,265 to $78,047. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,776) and 75th percentile ($71,271), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,047 per year. This $13,495 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, Akin PLC Programmer often earn 7.9% 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 $52,265 Akin, IL November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $57,776 Akin, IL November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $63,828 Akin, IL November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $71,271 Akin, IL November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $78,047 Akin, IL November 01, 2026
25% $57,776 10% $52,265 90% $78,047 75% $71,271 $63,828 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Akin, Illinois    Akin is an unincorporated community in Franklin County, Illinois, United States. Akin is 10 miles (16 km) east of Benton. Akin had a post office, whic....More

Akin, Illinois  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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