As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Alameda, CA is $82,846, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,593 weekly, or $6,904 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 Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $68,022 to $100,680. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($75,087) and 75th percentile ($92,181), while top earners (90th percentile) make $100,680 per year. This $17,094 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, Alameda PLC Programmer often earn 10.7% higher 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 $68,022 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $75,087 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $82,846 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $92,181 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $100,680 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
25% $75,087 10% $68,022 90% $100,680 75% $92,181 $82,846 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

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