As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in Johnstown, PA is $87,055, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,674 weekly, or $7,255 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 Johnstown, PA vary widely, spanning from $74,862 to $97,556. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($80,673) and 75th percentile ($92,552), while top earners (90th percentile) make $97,556 per year. This $11,879 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, Johnstown Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer often earn 10.8% lower than national averages. However, Johnstown currently ranks 767 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 $74,862 Johnstown, PA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $80,673 Johnstown, PA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $87,055 Johnstown, PA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $92,552 Johnstown, PA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $97,556 Johnstown, PA January 01, 2026
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About Johnstown, Pennsylvania    Johnstown is a city in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States, 43 miles (69 km) west-southwest of Altoona and 67 miles (108 km) east of Pittsburg....More

Johnstown, Pennsylvania  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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