As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Alameda, CA is $83,010, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,596 weekly, or $6,918 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 Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $68,055 to $101,545. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($75,182) and 75th percentile ($92,712), while top earners (90th percentile) make $101,545 per year. This $17,530 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 10.8% 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 $68,055 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $75,182 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $83,010 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $92,712 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $101,545 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
25% $75,182 10% $68,055 90% $101,545 75% $92,712 $83,010 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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