As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Austin, TX is $67,338, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,295 weekly, or $5,612 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 Austin, TX vary widely, spanning from $55,139 to $82,338. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,952) and 75th percentile ($75,189), while top earners (90th percentile) make $82,338 per year. This $14,237 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, Austin PLC Programmer often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Austin currently ranks 383 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 $55,139 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $60,952 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $67,338 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $75,189 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $82,338 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
25% $60,952 10% $55,139 90% $82,338 75% $75,189 $67,338 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Austin, Texas    Austin is the capital of the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Travis County, with portions extending into Hays and Williamson counties. It is the 1....More

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