As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Saint Louis, MO is $65,712, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,264 weekly, or $5,476 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 Saint Louis, MO vary widely, spanning from $53,808 to $80,350. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,481) and 75th percentile ($73,374), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,350 per year. This $13,893 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, Saint Louis PLC Programmer often earn 1.7% lower than national averages. However, Saint Louis currently ranks 484 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 $53,808 Saint Louis, MO November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $59,481 Saint Louis, MO November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $65,712 Saint Louis, MO November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $73,374 Saint Louis, MO November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $80,350 Saint Louis, MO November 01, 2026
25% $59,481 10% $53,808 90% $80,350 75% $73,374 $65,712 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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