As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Columbus, MS is $57,840, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,112 weekly, or $4,820 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 Columbus, MS vary widely, spanning from $47,491 to $70,291. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($52,423) and 75th percentile ($64,358), while top earners (90th percentile) make $70,291 per year. This $11,935 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, Columbus PLC Programmer often earn 4.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 803 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 $47,491 Columbus, MS January 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $52,423 Columbus, MS January 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $57,840 Columbus, MS January 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $64,358 Columbus, MS January 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $70,291 Columbus, MS January 01, 2026
25% $52,423 10% $47,491 90% $70,291 75% $64,358 $57,840 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Columbus, Mississippi    The city is located approximately 10 mi (16 km) west of the Mississippi-Alabama state line along U.S. Route 82, U.S. Route 45, and numerous state high....More

Columbus, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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