As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Charlotte, NC is $47,079, equivalent to $23 per hour, $905 weekly, or $3,923 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 Charlotte, NC vary widely, spanning from $35,130 to $56,931. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,824) and 75th percentile ($52,236), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,931 per year. This $11,412 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, Charlotte Program Associate often earn 1.7% lower than national averages. However, Charlotte currently ranks 482 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 $35,130 Charlotte, NC August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $40,824 Charlotte, NC August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $47,079 Charlotte, NC August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $52,236 Charlotte, NC August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $56,931 Charlotte, NC August 01, 2026
25% $40,824 10% $35,130 90% $56,931 75% $52,236 $47,079 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 Charlotte, North Carolina    Charlotte (/ˈʃɑːrlət/) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Located in the Piedmont, it is the county seat of Mecklenburg Co....More

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