As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Atlanta, GA is $47,697, equivalent to $23 per hour, $917 weekly, or $3,975 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 Atlanta, GA vary widely, spanning from $35,609 to $57,707. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,370) and 75th percentile ($52,937), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,707 per year. This $11,567 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, Atlanta Program Associate often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Atlanta currently ranks 429 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 $35,609 Atlanta, GA March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $41,370 Atlanta, GA March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $47,697 Atlanta, GA March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $52,937 Atlanta, GA March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $57,707 Atlanta, GA March 01, 2026
25% $41,370 10% $35,609 90% $57,707 75% $52,937 $47,697 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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