As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Columbus, MS is $41,533, equivalent to $20 per hour, $799 weekly, or $3,461 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 Columbus, MS vary widely, spanning from $30,993 to $50,225. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,016) and 75th percentile ($46,083), while top earners (90th percentile) make $50,225 per year. This $10,067 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, Columbus Program Associate often earn 4.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 805 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 $30,993 Columbus, MS August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $36,016 Columbus, MS August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $41,533 Columbus, MS August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $46,083 Columbus, MS August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $50,225 Columbus, MS 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 Columbus, Mississippi    The city is located approximately 10 mi (16 km) west of the Mississippi-Alabama state line along U.S. Route 82, U.S. Route 45, and numerous state high....More

Columbus, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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