As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in San Antonio, TX is $63,332, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,218 weekly, or $5,278 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 San Antonio, TX vary widely, spanning from $51,859 to $77,439. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,326) and 75th percentile ($70,716), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,439 per year. This $13,390 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, San Antonio PLC Programmer often earn 4.5% lower than national averages. However, San Antonio currently ranks 643 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 $51,859 San Antonio, TX November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $57,326 San Antonio, TX November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $63,332 San Antonio, TX November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $70,716 San Antonio, TX November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $77,439 San Antonio, TX November 01, 2026
25% $57,326 10% $51,859 90% $77,439 75% $70,716 $63,332 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 San Antonio, TX. The base salary for PLC Programmer ranges from $57,326 to $70,716 with the average base salary of $63,332. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $63,660 to $83,051 with the average total cash compensation of $72,348.

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