As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Indianapolis, IN is $66,175, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,273 weekly, or $5,515 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 Indianapolis, IN vary widely, spanning from $54,187 to $80,916. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,900) and 75th percentile ($73,891), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,916 per year. This $13,991 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, Indianapolis PLC Programmer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Indianapolis currently ranks 451 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 $54,187 Indianapolis, IN November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $59,900 Indianapolis, IN November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $66,175 Indianapolis, IN November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $73,891 Indianapolis, IN November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $80,916 Indianapolis, IN November 01, 2026
25% $59,900 10% $54,187 90% $80,916 75% $73,891 $66,175 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Indianapolis, Indiana    Indianapolis is in the East North Central region of the Midwestern United States, in central Indiana. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Indiana....More

Indianapolis, Indiana  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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