As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Eau Claire, WI is $65,017, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,250 weekly, or $5,418 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 Eau Claire, WI vary widely, spanning from $53,239 to $79,500. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,852) and 75th percentile ($72,598), while top earners (90th percentile) make $79,500 per year. This $13,746 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, Eau Claire PLC Programmer often earn 2.8% lower than national averages. However, Eau Claire currently ranks 527 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 $53,239 Eau Claire, WI November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $58,852 Eau Claire, WI November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $65,017 Eau Claire, WI November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $72,598 Eau Claire, WI November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $79,500 Eau Claire, WI November 01, 2026
25% $58,852 10% $53,239 90% $79,500 75% $72,598 $65,017 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Eau Claire, Wisconsin    Eau Claire is located at 44°49′N 91°30′W / 44.817°N 91.500°W / 44.817; -91.500, (44.8146, −91.4927) approximately 90 miles (145 kilometers) east of....More

Eau Claire, Wisconsin  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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