As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Troy, NY is $68,990, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,327 weekly, or $5,749 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 Troy, NY vary widely, spanning from $56,492 to $84,358. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,448) and 75th percentile ($77,035), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,358 per year. This $14,587 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, Troy PLC Programmer often earn 4.6% higher than national averages. However, Troy currently ranks 286 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 $56,492 Troy, NY November 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $62,448 Troy, NY November 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $68,990 Troy, NY November 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $77,035 Troy, NY November 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $84,358 Troy, NY November 01, 2026
25% $62,448 10% $56,492 90% $84,358 75% $77,035 $68,990 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Troy, New York    Troy is a city in the U.S. state of New York and the seat of Rensselaer County. The city is located on the western edge of Rensselaer County and on th....More

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