As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Phoenix, AZ is $67,130, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,291 weekly, or $5,594 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 $54,988 to $82,126. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,774) and 75th percentile ($74,979), while top earners (90th percentile) make $82,126 per year. This $14,205 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 $54,988 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $60,774 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $67,130 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $74,979 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $82,126 Phoenix, AZ August 01, 2026
25% $60,774 10% $54,988 90% $82,126 75% $74,979 $67,130 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of PLC Programmer in Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for PLC Programmer ranges from $60,774 to $74,979 with the average base salary of $67,130. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $67,004 to $87,406 with the average total cash compensation of $76,143.

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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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