As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in Anchorage, AK is $107,247, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,062 weekly, or $8,937 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 San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in Anchorage, AK vary widely, spanning from $92,142 to $120,200. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($99,341) and 75th percentile ($114,027), while top earners (90th percentile) make $120,200 per year. This $14,686 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, Anchorage Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer often earn 1.0% higher than national averages. However, Anchorage currently ranks 103 statewide for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer 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
Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $92,142 Anchorage, AK August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $99,341 Anchorage, AK August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $107,247 Anchorage, AK August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $114,027 Anchorage, AK August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $120,200 Anchorage, AK August 01, 2026
25% $99,341 10% $92,142 90% $120,200 75% $114,027 $107,247 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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