As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Erie, PA is $43,830, equivalent to $21 per hour, $843 weekly, or $3,653 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 Erie, PA vary widely, spanning from $32,706 to $53,002. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,007) and 75th percentile ($48,631), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,002 per year. This $10,624 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, Erie Program Associate often earn 9.6% lower than national averages. However, Erie currently ranks 739 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 $32,706 Erie, PA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $38,007 Erie, PA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $43,830 Erie, PA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $48,631 Erie, PA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $53,002 Erie, PA August 01, 2026
25% $38,007 10% $32,706 90% $53,002 75% $48,631 $43,830 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Program Associate in Erie, PA. The base salary for Program Associate ranges from $38,007 to $48,631 with the average base salary of $43,830. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $45,265 to $58,521 with the average total cash compensation of $50,695.

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About Erie, Pennsylvania    Erie (/ˈɪəri/; EER-ee) is a city on the south shore of Lake Erie and the county seat of Erie County, Pennsylvania, United States. Named for the lake a....More

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