As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Aurora, CO is $49,666, equivalent to $24 per hour, $955 weekly, or $4,139 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 Aurora, CO vary widely, spanning from $37,061 to $60,059. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($43,068) and 75th percentile ($55,106), while top earners (90th percentile) make $60,059 per year. This $12,038 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, Aurora Program Associate often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Aurora currently ranks 277 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 $37,061 Aurora, CO August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $43,068 Aurora, CO August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $49,666 Aurora, CO August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $55,106 Aurora, CO August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $60,059 Aurora, 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 Aurora, Colorado    Aurora (/əˈroʊrə/, /əˈrɔːrə/) is a Home Rule Municipality in the U.S. state of Colorado, spanning Arapahoe and Adams counties, with the extreme southe....More

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