As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Appleton, WI is $47,127, equivalent to $23 per hour, $906 weekly, or $3,927 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 Appleton, WI vary widely, spanning from $35,209 to $56,990. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,889) and 75th percentile ($52,290), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,990 per year. This $11,401 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, Appleton Program Associate often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Appleton currently ranks 489 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 $35,209 Appleton, WI April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $40,889 Appleton, WI April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $47,127 Appleton, WI April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $52,290 Appleton, WI April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $56,990 Appleton, WI April 01, 2026
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    Program Associate

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Appleton, Wisconsin    Appleton is a city in Outagamie (mostly), Calumet, and Winnebago counties in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. One of the Fox Cities, it is situated on the....More

Appleton, Wisconsin  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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