As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Minneapolis, MN is $71,044, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,366 weekly, or $5,920 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 Minneapolis, MN vary widely, spanning from $58,174 to $86,870. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,308) and 75th percentile ($79,328), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,870 per year. This $15,020 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, Minneapolis PLC Programmer often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Minneapolis currently ranks 221 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 $58,174 Minneapolis, MN November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $64,308 Minneapolis, MN November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $71,044 Minneapolis, MN November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $79,328 Minneapolis, MN November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $86,870 Minneapolis, MN November 01, 2026
25% $64,308 10% $58,174 90% $86,870 75% $79,328 $71,044 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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