As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Passaic, NJ is $77,287, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,486 weekly, or $6,441 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 Passaic, NJ vary widely, spanning from $63,286 to $94,503. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,958) and 75th percentile ($86,299), while top earners (90th percentile) make $94,503 per year. This $16,341 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, Passaic PLC Programmer often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Passaic currently ranks 19 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 $63,286 Passaic, NJ November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $69,958 Passaic, NJ November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $77,287 Passaic, NJ November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $86,299 Passaic, NJ November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $94,503 Passaic, NJ November 01, 2026
25% $69,958 10% $63,286 90% $94,503 75% $86,299 $77,287 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Passaic, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 3.244 square miles (8.401 km2), including 3.146 square miles (8.149 km2) of....More

Passaic, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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