As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Augusta, GA is $62,889, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,209 weekly, or $5,241 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 Augusta, GA vary widely, spanning from $51,514 to $76,938. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,935) and 75th percentile ($70,243), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,938 per year. This $13,308 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, Augusta PLC Programmer often earn 4.1% lower than national averages. However, Augusta currently ranks 665 statewide for PLC Programmer job salary. 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 $51,514 Augusta, GA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $56,935 Augusta, GA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $62,889 Augusta, GA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $70,243 Augusta, GA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $76,938 Augusta, GA August 01, 2026
25% $56,935 10% $51,514 90% $76,938 75% $70,243 $62,889 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Augusta, Georgia    Augusta is located on the Georgia/South Carolina border, about 150 miles (240 km) east of Atlanta and 70 miles (110 km) west of Columbia. The city is ....More

Augusta, Georgia  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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