As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Dallas, TX is $67,161, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,292 weekly, or $5,597 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 Dallas, TX vary widely, spanning from $54,994 to $82,121. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,792) and 75th percentile ($74,992), while top earners (90th percentile) make $82,121 per year. This $14,200 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, Dallas PLC Programmer often earn 1.2% lower than national averages. However, Dallas currently ranks 393 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 $54,994 Dallas, TX November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $60,792 Dallas, TX November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $67,161 Dallas, TX November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $74,992 Dallas, TX November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $82,121 Dallas, TX November 01, 2026
25% $60,792 10% $54,994 90% $82,121 75% $74,992 $67,161 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of PLC Programmer in Dallas, TX. The base salary for PLC Programmer ranges from $60,792 to $74,992 with the average base salary of $67,161. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $67,509 to $88,072 with the average total cash compensation of $76,722.

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