As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Bismarck, ND is $67,517, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,298 weekly, or $5,626 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 Bismarck, ND vary widely, spanning from $55,305 to $82,600. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,125) and 75th percentile ($75,412), while top earners (90th percentile) make $82,600 per year. This $14,287 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, Bismarck PLC Programmer often earn 0.6% lower than national averages. However, Bismarck currently ranks 368 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 $55,305 Bismarck, ND August 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $61,125 Bismarck, ND August 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $67,517 Bismarck, ND August 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $75,412 Bismarck, ND August 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $82,600 Bismarck, ND August 01, 2026
25% $61,125 10% $55,305 90% $82,600 75% $75,412 $67,517 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Bismarck, North Dakota    Bismarck (/ˈbɪzmɑːrk/) is the capital of the U.S. state of North Dakota and the county seat of Burleigh County. It is the second-most populous city i....More

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