As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Rochester, NY is $66,661, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,282 weekly, or $5,555 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 Rochester, NY vary widely, spanning from $54,604 to $81,552. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,350) and 75th percentile ($74,456), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,552 per year. This $14,106 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, Rochester PLC Programmer often earn 7.7% lower than national averages. However, Rochester currently ranks 415 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 $54,604 Rochester, NY August 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $60,350 Rochester, NY August 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $66,661 Rochester, NY August 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $74,456 Rochester, NY August 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $81,552 Rochester, NY August 01, 2026
25% $60,350 10% $54,604 90% $81,552 75% $74,456 $66,661 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 Rochester, NY. The base salary for PLC Programmer ranges from $60,350 to $74,456 with the average base salary of $66,661. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $66,536 to $86,796 with the average total cash compensation of $75,611.

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