As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Reno, NV is $68,147, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,311 weekly, or $5,679 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 Reno, NV vary widely, spanning from $55,802 to $83,327. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,685) and 75th percentile ($76,093), while top earners (90th percentile) make $83,327 per year. This $14,408 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, Reno PLC Programmer often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Reno currently ranks 337 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 $55,802 Reno, NV November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $61,685 Reno, NV November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $68,147 Reno, NV November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $76,093 Reno, NV November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $83,327 Reno, NV November 01, 2026
25% $61,685 10% $55,802 90% $83,327 75% $76,093 $68,147 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Reno, Nevada    Reno (/ˈriːnoʊ/ REE-noh) is a city in the U.S. state of Nevada, located in the northwestern part of the state, approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Lak....More

Reno, Nevada  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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