As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Frederick, MD is $68,859, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,324 weekly, or $5,738 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 Frederick, MD vary widely, spanning from $56,385 to $84,198. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,330) and 75th percentile ($76,888), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,198 per year. This $14,558 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, Frederick PLC Programmer often earn 1.8% higher than national averages. However, Frederick currently ranks 291 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 $56,385 Frederick, MD November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $62,330 Frederick, MD November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $68,859 Frederick, MD November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $76,888 Frederick, MD November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $84,198 Frederick, MD November 01, 2026
25% $62,330 10% $56,385 90% $84,198 75% $76,888 $68,859 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Frederick, Maryland    Frederick is located in Frederick County in the northern part of the state of Maryland. The city has served as a major crossroads since colonial times....More

Frederick, Maryland  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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Skills associated with PLC Programmer: Design, Programming

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