As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Cincinnati, OH is $65,920, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,268 weekly, or $5,493 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for PLC Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for PLC Programmer in Cincinnati, OH vary widely, spanning from $54,125 to $80,110. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,746) and 75th percentile ($73,348), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,110 per year. This $13,602 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 467 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 $54,125 Cincinnati, OH January 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $59,746 Cincinnati, OH January 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $65,920 Cincinnati, OH January 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $73,348 Cincinnati, OH January 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $80,110 Cincinnati, OH January 01, 2026
25% $59,746 10% $54,125 90% $80,110 75% $73,348 $65,920 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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