As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Cincinnati, OH is $66,086, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,271 weekly, or $5,507 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 Cincinnati, OH vary widely, spanning from $54,114 to $80,807. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,820) and 75th percentile ($73,792), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,807 per year. This $13,972 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, Cincinnati PLC Programmer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Cincinnati currently ranks 461 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 $54,114 Cincinnati, OH November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $59,820 Cincinnati, OH November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $66,086 Cincinnati, OH November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $73,792 Cincinnati, OH November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $80,807 Cincinnati, OH November 01, 2026
25% $59,820 10% $54,114 90% $80,807 75% $73,792 $66,086 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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