As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Kansas City, MO is $66,290, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,275 weekly, or $5,524 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 Kansas City, MO vary widely, spanning from $54,281 to $81,057. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,004) and 75th percentile ($74,020), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,057 per year. This $14,016 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, Kansas City PLC Programmer often earn 2.6% lower than national averages. However, Kansas City currently ranks 435 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 $54,281 Kansas City, MO November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $60,004 Kansas City, MO November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $66,290 Kansas City, MO November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $74,020 Kansas City, MO November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $81,057 Kansas City, MO November 01, 2026
25% $60,004 10% $54,281 90% $81,057 75% $74,020 $66,290 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Kansas City, Missouri    Kansas City is the largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city had an estimated population of 488,943 in....More

Kansas City, Missouri  area prices were up 1.7% from a year ago

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