As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Pittsburgh, PA is $66,216, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,273 weekly, or $5,518 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 Pittsburgh, PA vary widely, spanning from $54,220 to $80,965. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,937) and 75th percentile ($73,936), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,965 per year. This $13,999 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, Pittsburgh PLC Programmer often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Pittsburgh currently ranks 447 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 $54,220 Pittsburgh, PA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $59,937 Pittsburgh, PA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $66,216 Pittsburgh, PA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $73,936 Pittsburgh, PA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $80,965 Pittsburgh, PA November 01, 2026
25% $59,937 10% $54,220 90% $80,965 75% $73,936 $66,216 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 Pittsburgh, PA. The base salary for PLC Programmer ranges from $59,937 to $73,936 with the average base salary of $66,216. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $66,559 to $86,832 with the average total cash compensation of $75,642.

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