As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Coachella, CA is $71,076, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,367 weekly, or $5,923 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 Coachella, CA vary widely, spanning from $58,358 to $86,376. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,419) and 75th percentile ($79,084), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,376 per year. This $14,665 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, Coachella PLC Programmer often earn 5.0% higher than national averages. However, Coachella currently ranks 224 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 $58,358 Coachella, CA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $64,419 Coachella, CA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $71,076 Coachella, CA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $79,084 Coachella, CA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $86,376 Coachella, CA January 01, 2026
25% $64,419 10% $58,358 90% $86,376 75% $79,084 $71,076 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Coachella, California    Coachella (/koʊˈtʃɛlə/, /koʊ.əˈtʃɛlə/) is a city in Riverside County, California; it is the easternmost city in the region collectively known as the C....More

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