As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Akin, IL is $63,851, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,228 weekly, or $5,321 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 Akin, IL vary widely, spanning from $52,426 to $77,596. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,871) and 75th percentile ($71,045), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,596 per year. This $13,174 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 7.7% 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 $52,426 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $57,871 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $63,851 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $71,045 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $77,596 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
25% $57,871 10% $52,426 90% $77,596 75% $71,045 $63,851 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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