As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Denver, CO is $69,284, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,332 weekly, or $5,774 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 Denver, CO vary widely, spanning from $56,753 to $84,761. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,725) and 75th percentile ($77,385), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,761 per year. This $14,660 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, Denver PLC Programmer often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Denver currently ranks 279 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 $56,753 Denver, CO August 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $62,725 Denver, CO August 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $69,284 Denver, CO August 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $77,385 Denver, CO August 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $84,761 Denver, CO August 01, 2026
25% $62,725 10% $56,753 90% $84,761 75% $77,385 $69,284 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 Denver, CO. The base salary for PLC Programmer ranges from $62,725 to $77,385 with the average base salary of $69,284. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $69,154 to $90,211 with the average total cash compensation of $78,586.

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