As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Houston, TX is $67,667, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,301 weekly, or $5,639 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 Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $55,476 to $82,776. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,286) and 75th percentile ($75,576), while top earners (90th percentile) make $82,776 per year. This $14,290 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, Houston PLC Programmer often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 360 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 $55,476 Houston, TX June 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $61,286 Houston, TX June 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $67,667 Houston, TX June 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $75,576 Houston, TX June 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $82,776 Houston, TX June 01, 2026
25% $61,286 10% $55,476 90% $82,776 75% $75,576 $67,667 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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