As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Boston, MA is $75,516, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,452 weekly, or $6,293 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 $61,857 to $92,385. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,367) and 75th percentile ($84,346), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,385 per year. This $15,979 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 $61,857 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $68,367 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $75,516 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $84,346 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $92,385 Boston, MA August 01, 2026
25% $68,367 10% $61,857 90% $92,385 75% $84,346 $75,516 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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