As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Boulder, CO is $71,356, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,372 weekly, or $5,946 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 Boulder, CO vary widely, spanning from $58,429 to $87,251. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,589) and 75th percentile ($79,676), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,251 per year. This $15,087 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, Boulder PLC Programmer often earn 2.8% higher than national averages. However, Boulder currently ranks 205 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 $58,429 Boulder, CO November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $64,589 Boulder, CO November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $71,356 Boulder, CO November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $79,676 Boulder, CO November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $87,251 Boulder, CO November 01, 2026
25% $64,589 10% $58,429 90% $87,251 75% $79,676 $71,356 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Boulder, Colorado    Boulder (/ˈboʊldər/) is the home rule municipality that is the county seat and the most populous municipality of Boulder County, Colorado, United Stat....More

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