As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Phoenix, AZ is $67,181, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,292 weekly, or $5,598 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 Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $55,011 to $82,146. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,811) and 75th percentile ($75,015), while top earners (90th percentile) make $82,146 per year. This $14,204 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, Phoenix PLC Programmer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 391 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 $55,011 Phoenix, AZ November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $60,811 Phoenix, AZ November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $67,181 Phoenix, AZ November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $75,015 Phoenix, AZ November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $82,146 Phoenix, AZ November 01, 2026
25% $60,811 10% $55,011 90% $82,146 75% $75,015 $67,181 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

Phoenix, Arizona  area prices were up 2.2% from a year ago

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