As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Philadelphia, PA is $70,949, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,364 weekly, or $5,912 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 Philadelphia, PA vary widely, spanning from $58,096 to $86,753. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,221) and 75th percentile ($79,222), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,753 per year. This $15,001 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, Philadelphia PLC Programmer often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Philadelphia currently ranks 225 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 $58,096 Philadelphia, PA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $64,221 Philadelphia, PA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $70,949 Philadelphia, PA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $79,222 Philadelphia, PA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $86,753 Philadelphia, PA November 01, 2026
25% $64,221 10% $58,096 90% $86,753 75% $79,222 $70,949 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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