As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Erie, PA is $61,104, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,175 weekly, or $5,092 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 Erie, PA vary widely, spanning from $50,070 to $74,737. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($55,328) and 75th percentile ($68,240), while top earners (90th percentile) make $74,737 per year. This $12,912 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, Erie PLC Programmer often earn 9.6% lower than national averages. However, Erie currently ranks 739 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 $50,070 Erie, PA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $55,328 Erie, PA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $61,104 Erie, PA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $68,240 Erie, PA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $74,737 Erie, PA May 01, 2026
25% $55,328 10% $50,070 90% $74,737 75% $68,240 $61,104 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Erie, Pennsylvania    Erie (/ˈɪəri/; EER-ee) is a city on the south shore of Lake Erie and the county seat of Erie County, Pennsylvania, United States. Named for the lake a....More

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