As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in Akin, IL is $92,312, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,775 weekly, or $7,693 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in Akin, IL vary widely, spanning from $79,383 to $103,447. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($85,544) and 75th percentile ($98,141), while top earners (90th percentile) make $103,447 per year. This $12,597 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Schematic, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Akin Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer often earn 7.7% lower than national averages. 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
Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $79,383 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $85,544 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $92,312 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $98,141 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $103,447 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
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About Akin, Illinois    Akin is an unincorporated community in Franklin County, Illinois, United States. Akin is 10 miles (16 km) east of Benton. Akin had a post office, whic....More

Akin, Illinois  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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