As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO is $97,900, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,883 weekly, or $8,158 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 Colorado Springs, CO vary widely, spanning from $84,187 to $109,723. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($90,722) and 75th percentile ($104,088), while top earners (90th percentile) make $109,723 per year. This $13,366 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, Colorado Springs Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Colorado Springs currently ranks 358 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 $84,187 Colorado Springs, CO April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $90,722 Colorado Springs, CO April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $97,900 Colorado Springs, CO April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $104,088 Colorado Springs, CO April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $109,723 Colorado Springs, CO April 01, 2026
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