As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Raleigh, NC is $66,698, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,283 weekly, or $5,558 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 Raleigh, NC vary widely, spanning from $54,615 to $81,556. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,374) and 75th percentile ($74,475), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,556 per year. This $14,101 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, Raleigh PLC Programmer often earn 3.2% lower than national averages. However, Raleigh currently ranks 417 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 $54,615 Raleigh, NC November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $60,374 Raleigh, NC November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $66,698 Raleigh, NC November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $74,475 Raleigh, NC November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $81,556 Raleigh, NC November 01, 2026
25% $60,374 10% $54,615 90% $81,556 75% $74,475 $66,698 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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