As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in Richmond, VA is $95,450, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,836 weekly, or $7,954 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 Richmond, VA vary widely, spanning from $82,082 to $106,964. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,453) and 75th percentile ($101,477), while top earners (90th percentile) make $106,964 per year. This $13,024 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, Richmond Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer often earn 3.4% 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 $82,082 Richmond, VA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $88,453 Richmond, VA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $95,450 Richmond, VA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $101,477 Richmond, VA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $106,964 Richmond, VA January 01, 2026
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