As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Augusta, GA is $62,937, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,210 weekly, or $5,245 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 $51,536 to $76,957. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,969) and 75th percentile ($70,276), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,957 per year. This $13,307 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 $51,536 Augusta, GA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $56,969 Augusta, GA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $62,937 Augusta, GA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $70,276 Augusta, GA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $76,957 Augusta, GA November 01, 2026
25% $56,969 10% $51,536 90% $76,957 75% $70,276 $62,937 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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