As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Seattle, WA is $75,179, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,446 weekly, or $6,265 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 Seattle, WA vary widely, spanning from $61,560 to $91,926. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,051) and 75th percentile ($83,945), while top earners (90th percentile) make $91,926 per year. This $15,894 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, Seattle PLC Programmer often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, Seattle currently ranks 67 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 $61,560 Seattle, WA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $68,051 Seattle, WA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $75,179 Seattle, WA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $83,945 Seattle, WA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $91,926 Seattle, WA November 01, 2026
25% $68,051 10% $61,560 90% $91,926 75% $83,945 $75,179 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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