As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Olympia, WA is $72,112, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,387 weekly, or $6,009 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 Olympia, WA vary widely, spanning from $59,048 to $88,176. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,274) and 75th percentile ($80,520), while top earners (90th percentile) make $88,176 per year. This $15,246 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, Olympia PLC Programmer often earn 2.2% higher than national averages. However, Olympia currently ranks 172 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 $59,048 Olympia, WA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $65,274 Olympia, WA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $72,112 Olympia, WA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $80,520 Olympia, WA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $88,176 Olympia, WA November 01, 2026
25% $65,274 10% $59,048 90% $88,176 75% $80,520 $72,112 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Olympia, Washington    Olympia is the capital of the U.S. state of Washington and the county seat of Thurston County. European settlers claimed the area in 1846, with the Tr....More

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