As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Davenport, IA is $64,549, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,241 weekly, or $5,379 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 Davenport, IA vary widely, spanning from $52,856 to $78,928. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,428) and 75th percentile ($72,076), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,928 per year. This $13,648 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, Davenport PLC Programmer often earn 0.8% lower than national averages. However, Davenport currently ranks 563 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 $52,856 Davenport, IA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $58,428 Davenport, IA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $64,549 Davenport, IA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $72,076 Davenport, IA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $78,928 Davenport, IA November 01, 2026
25% $58,428 10% $52,856 90% $78,928 75% $72,076 $64,549 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Davenport, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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