As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Madison, WI is $67,004, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,289 weekly, or $5,584 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 Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $54,866 to $81,930. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,651) and 75th percentile ($74,817), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,930 per year. This $14,166 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, Madison PLC Programmer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 406 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 $54,866 Madison, WI November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $60,651 Madison, WI November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $67,004 Madison, WI November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $74,817 Madison, WI November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $81,930 Madison, WI November 01, 2026
25% $60,651 10% $54,866 90% $81,930 75% $74,817 $67,004 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of PLC Programmer in Madison, WI. The base salary for PLC Programmer ranges from $60,651 to $74,817 with the average base salary of $67,004. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $67,352 to $87,867 with the average total cash compensation of $76,543.

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About Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

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

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