As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in La Crosse, WI is $63,872, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,228 weekly, or $5,323 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for PLC Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for PLC Programmer in La Crosse, WI vary widely, spanning from $52,403 to $78,066. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,868) and 75th percentile ($71,302), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,066 per year. This $13,434 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, La Crosse PLC Programmer often earn 4.4% lower than national averages. However, La Crosse currently ranks 594 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 $52,403 La Crosse, WI April 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $57,868 La Crosse, WI April 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $63,872 La Crosse, WI April 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $71,302 La Crosse, WI April 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $78,066 La Crosse, WI April 01, 2026
25% $57,868 10% $52,403 90% $78,066 75% $71,302 $63,872 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About La Crosse, Wisconsin    La Crosse is located on the western border of the midsection of Wisconsin, on a broad alluvial plain along the east side of the Mississippi River. The....More

La Crosse, Wisconsin  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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