As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Amherst, CO is $47,688, equivalent to $23 per hour, $917 weekly, or $3,974 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 Amherst, CO vary widely, spanning from $35,585 to $57,667. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,352) and 75th percentile ($52,911), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,667 per year. This $11,559 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, Amherst Program Associate often earn 4.0% 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
Program Associate Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Program Associate Salary $35,585 Amherst, CO August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $41,352 Amherst, CO August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $47,688 Amherst, CO August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $52,911 Amherst, CO August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $57,667 Amherst, CO August 01, 2026
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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 Amherst, Colorado    Amherst is a census-designated place and U.S. Post Office in Phillips County, Colorado, United States. The population as of the 2010 Census was 58. Th....More

Amherst, Colorado  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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