As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer in Saint Petersburg, FL is $92,986, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,788 weekly, or $7,749 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 Saint Petersburg, FL vary widely, spanning from $79,961 to $104,215. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($86,168) and 75th percentile ($98,864), while top earners (90th percentile) make $104,215 per year. This $12,696 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, Saint Petersburg Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Saint Petersburg currently ranks 570 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 $79,961 Saint Petersburg, FL April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $86,168 Saint Petersburg, FL April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $92,986 Saint Petersburg, FL April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $98,864 Saint Petersburg, FL April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Programmable Logic Controllers Engineer Salary $104,215 Saint Petersburg, FL April 01, 2026
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