As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Cedar Rapids, IA is $65,073, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,251 weekly, or $5,423 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 Cedar Rapids, IA vary widely, spanning from $53,284 to $79,568. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,902) and 75th percentile ($72,660), while top earners (90th percentile) make $79,568 per year. This $13,758 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, Cedar Rapids PLC Programmer often earn 0.0% lower than national averages. However, Cedar Rapids currently ranks 520 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 $53,284 Cedar Rapids, IA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $58,902 Cedar Rapids, IA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $65,073 Cedar Rapids, IA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $72,660 Cedar Rapids, IA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $79,568 Cedar Rapids, IA November 01, 2026
25% $58,902 10% $53,284 90% $79,568 75% $72,660 $65,073 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Cedar Rapids, Iowa    The city is divided into four quadrants, used in addressing. 1st Avenue (U.S. Route 151 Business) divides the north and south sides of the city, and t....More

Cedar Rapids, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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