As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Allentown, PA is $48,701, equivalent to $23 per hour, $937 weekly, or $4,058 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Program Associate in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Program Associate in Allentown, PA vary widely, spanning from $36,341 to $58,892. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,231) and 75th percentile ($54,035), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,892 per year. This $11,804 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, Allentown Program Associate often earn 0.4% lower than national averages. However, Allentown currently ranks 346 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 $36,341 Allentown, PA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $42,231 Allentown, PA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $48,701 Allentown, PA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $54,035 Allentown, PA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $58,892 Allentown, PA August 01, 2026
25% $42,231 10% $36,341 90% $58,892 75% $54,035 $48,701 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 Allentown, Pennsylvania    Allentown (Pennsylvania Dutch: Allenschteddel) is a city located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is Pennsylvania's third most populo....More

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