How Much Does a PLC Programmer Make in Worcester, MA ? (2026 Salary Guide)

PLC Programmer Salary in Worcester, MA

As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for PLC Programmer in Worcester, MA is $71,197, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,369 weekly, or $5,933 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for PLC Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for PLC Programmer in Worcester, MA vary widely, spanning from $58,413 to $87,020. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,505) and 75th percentile ($79,479), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,020 per year. This $14,974 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, Worcester PLC Programmer often earn 3.6% higher than national averages. However, Worcester currently ranks 216 statewide for PLC Programmer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Develop a Job description
Pay Equity
Salary Grading Scale
Pay Strategy
2025 Compensation Trend
Compensation Consulting
Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits
Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
View as table View as graph
PLC Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $58,413 Worcester, MA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $64,505 Worcester, MA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $71,197 Worcester, MA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $79,479 Worcester, MA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile PLC Programmer Salary $87,020 Worcester, MA April 01, 2026
25% $64,505 10% $58,413 90% $87,020 75% $79,479 $71,197 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
Employers: Find Surveys For This Job Employers: Price Your Company Jobs Employees: View your Salary
Change Search Criteria
Check out PLC Programmer jobs in Worcester, Massachusetts

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

The Missing Piece ABA Therapy, LLC - AUBURN, IN

Apply Now

Registered Dental Hygienist

Grateful Dentists - BILLERICA, MA

Apply Now

Family Law Attorney

Johnson Duffie - LEMOYNE, PA

Apply Now

Anesthesiologist (Cardiac-Trained Preferred)

East Carolina Anesthesia Associates - HICKORY, NC

Apply Now
Search More PLC Programmer Jobs in Worcester, Massachusetts
See it in Action

PLC Programmer

Review the job openings, similar jobs, level of education, and experience requirements for the PLC Programmer job to confirm that it is the job you are seeking.

See user submitted job responsibilities for PLC Programmer.

Search PLC Programmer Job Openings

Job Openings for PLC Programmer in Worcester, MA

Career Path for this job

  1. Down a level:

    CNC Machine Operator I

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. This Job:

    PLC Programmer

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  3. Up a level:

    CNC Machine Operator III

    5 - 7 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

Not the job you're looking for? Search more salaries here:

Understand the total compensation opportunity for a PLC Programmer, base salary plus other pay elements

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
64505
79479
71197

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
71041
92510
80348
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of PLC Programmer in Worcester, MA. The base salary for PLC Programmer ranges from $64,505 to $79,479 with the average base salary of $71,197. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $71,041 to $92,510 with the average total cash compensation of $80,348.

Discover how your pay is adjusted for skills, experience, and other factors

How much should you be paid?

For a real-time salary target, tell us more about your role in the four categories below.

64505
79479

 

About Worcester, Massachusetts    Worcester has a total area of 38.6 square miles (100 km2), 37.6 square miles (97 km2) of land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km2) (roughly 2.59%) of water. ....More

Worcester, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

PLC Programmer Salary in popular cities: Boston, Springfield, Lowell

Skills associated with PLC Programmer: Design, Programming

Recently searched related titles: Accounting Officer II, Water Jet Operator, Industrial Controls Technician

Learn more about: Compensation Packages, Employee Flight Risk, Gender Pay Gap, Job Openings for This Role

Jobs with a similar salary range to PLC Programmer : Computer Trainer, Cnc Machinist Apprentice, Cnc Machinists