As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Dover, DE is $49,466, equivalent to $24 per hour, $951 weekly, or $4,122 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 Dover, DE vary widely, spanning from $36,912 to $59,818. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,895) and 75th percentile ($54,885), while top earners (90th percentile) make $59,818 per year. This $11,990 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, Dover Program Associate often earn 0.3% higher than national averages. However, Dover currently ranks 283 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 $36,912 Dover, DE August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $42,895 Dover, DE August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $49,466 Dover, DE August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $54,885 Dover, DE August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $59,818 Dover, DE August 01, 2026
25% $42,895 10% $36,912 90% $59,818 75% $54,885 $49,466 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 Dover, Delaware    Dover (/ˈdoʊvər/) is the capital and second-largest city in the U.S. state of Delaware. It is also the county seat of Kent County, and the principal c....More

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