As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Boston, MA is $75,574, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,453 weekly, or $6,298 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 Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $61,883 to $92,408. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,408) and 75th percentile ($84,386), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,408 per year. This $15,978 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, Boston PLC Programmer often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 56 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 $61,883 Boston, MA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $68,408 Boston, MA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $75,574 Boston, MA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $84,386 Boston, MA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $92,408 Boston, MA November 01, 2026
25% $68,408 10% $61,883 90% $92,408 75% $84,386 $75,574 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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