As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Lowell, MA is $73,009, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,404 weekly, or $6,084 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 Lowell, MA vary widely, spanning from $59,946 to $88,726. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,171) and 75th percentile ($81,236), while top earners (90th percentile) make $88,726 per year. This $15,065 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, Lowell PLC Programmer often earn 1.1% higher than national averages. However, Lowell currently ranks 157 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 $59,946 Lowell, MA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $66,171 Lowell, MA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $73,009 Lowell, MA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $81,236 Lowell, MA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $88,726 Lowell, MA January 01, 2026
25% $66,171 10% $59,946 90% $88,726 75% $81,236 $73,009 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Lowell, Massachusetts    Lowell is a city in the U.S. Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Located in Middlesex County, Lowell (along with Cambridge) was a county seat until Massach....More

Lowell, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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