As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Tampa, FL is $64,461, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,240 weekly, or $5,372 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 Tampa, FL vary widely, spanning from $52,783 to $78,820. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,348) and 75th percentile ($71,977), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,820 per year. This $13,629 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, Tampa PLC Programmer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Tampa currently ranks 568 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 $52,783 Tampa, FL November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $58,348 Tampa, FL November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $64,461 Tampa, FL November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $71,977 Tampa, FL November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $78,820 Tampa, FL November 01, 2026
25% $58,348 10% $52,783 90% $78,820 75% $71,977 $64,461 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 Tampa, FL. The base salary for PLC Programmer ranges from $58,348 to $71,977 with the average base salary of $64,461. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,795 to $84,531 with the average total cash compensation of $73,638.

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