As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Baton Rouge, LA is $46,265, equivalent to $22 per hour, $890 weekly, or $3,855 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 Baton Rouge, LA vary widely, spanning from $34,540 to $55,974. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,128) and 75th percentile ($51,347), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,974 per year. This $11,219 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, Baton Rouge Program Associate often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Baton Rouge currently ranks 558 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 $34,540 Baton Rouge, LA March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $40,128 Baton Rouge, LA March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $46,265 Baton Rouge, LA March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $51,347 Baton Rouge, LA March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $55,974 Baton Rouge, LA March 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 Baton Rouge, Louisiana    Baton Rouge (/ˌbætən ˈruːʒ/ BAT-ən ROOZH; from French bâton rouge [bɑtɔ̃ ʁuʒ] (listen), meaning 'red stick') is the capital of the U.S. state of Loui....More

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