As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Los Angeles, CA is $75,145, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,445 weekly, or $6,262 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 Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $61,532 to $91,885. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,020) and 75th percentile ($83,907), while top earners (90th percentile) make $91,885 per year. This $15,887 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, Los Angeles PLC Programmer often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 69 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 $61,532 Los Angeles, CA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $68,020 Los Angeles, CA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $75,145 Los Angeles, CA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $83,907 Los Angeles, CA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $91,885 Los Angeles, CA November 01, 2026
25% $68,020 10% $61,532 90% $91,885 75% $83,907 $75,145 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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