As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in Appleton, WI is $94,891, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,825 weekly, or $7,908 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 Appleton, WI vary widely, spanning from $81,601 to $106,338. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($87,935) and 75th percentile ($100,883), while top earners (90th percentile) make $106,338 per year. This $12,948 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, Appleton Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Appleton currently ranks 489 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 $81,601 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $87,935 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $94,891 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $100,883 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $106,338 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
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About Appleton, Wisconsin    Appleton is a city in Outagamie (mostly), Calumet, and Winnebago counties in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. One of the Fox Cities, it is situated on the....More

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