As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Aiken, SC is $44,940, equivalent to $22 per hour, $864 weekly, or $3,745 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Program Associate in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Program Associate in Aiken, SC vary widely, spanning from $33,550 to $54,371. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,978) and 75th percentile ($49,877), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,371 per year. This $10,899 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Programming, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Aiken Program Associate often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Aiken currently ranks 671 statewide for Program Associate 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
Program Associate Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Program Associate Salary $33,550 Aiken, SC March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $38,978 Aiken, SC March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $44,940 Aiken, SC March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $49,877 Aiken, SC March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $54,371 Aiken, SC March 01, 2026
25% $38,978 10% $33,550 90% $54,371 75% $49,877 $44,940 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Program Associate

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Non-Profit Program Coordinator

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Aiken, South Carolina    Aiken is the largest city in and the county seat of Aiken County, in the western portion of the state of South Carolina, United States. With Augusta, ....More

Aiken, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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