As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Chattanooga, TN is $44,234, equivalent to $21 per hour, $851 weekly, or $3,686 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 Chattanooga, TN vary widely, spanning from $33,008 to $53,491. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,358) and 75th percentile ($49,079), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,491 per year. This $10,721 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, Chattanooga Program Associate often earn 2.8% lower than national averages. However, Chattanooga currently ranks 711 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 $33,008 Chattanooga, TN August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $38,358 Chattanooga, TN August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $44,234 Chattanooga, TN August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $49,079 Chattanooga, TN August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $53,491 Chattanooga, TN August 01, 2026
25% $38,358 10% $33,008 90% $53,491 75% $49,079 $44,234 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 Chattanooga, Tennessee    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 144.6 square miles (374.4 km2), of which 137.1 square miles (355.2 km2) are....More

Chattanooga, Tennessee  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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