As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Bismarck, ND is $48,394, equivalent to $23 per hour, $931 weekly, or $4,033 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 Bismarck, ND vary widely, spanning from $36,112 to $58,521. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,965) and 75th percentile ($53,695), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,521 per year. This $11,730 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, Bismarck Program Associate often earn 0.6% lower than national averages. However, Bismarck currently ranks 368 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 $36,112 Bismarck, ND August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $41,965 Bismarck, ND August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $48,394 Bismarck, ND August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $53,695 Bismarck, ND August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $58,521 Bismarck, ND August 01, 2026
25% $41,965 10% $36,112 90% $58,521 75% $53,695 $48,394 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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About Bismarck, North Dakota    Bismarck (/ˈbɪzmɑːrk/) is the capital of the U.S. state of North Dakota and the county seat of Burleigh County. It is the second-most populous city i....More

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