As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Cincinnati, OH is $66,036, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,270 weekly, or $5,503 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 $54,092 to $80,787. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,784) and 75th percentile ($73,757), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,787 per year. This $13,973 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 $54,092 Cincinnati, OH August 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $59,784 Cincinnati, OH August 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $66,036 Cincinnati, OH August 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $73,757 Cincinnati, OH August 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $80,787 Cincinnati, OH August 01, 2026
25% $59,784 10% $54,092 90% $80,787 75% $73,757 $66,036 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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