As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Grand Island, NE is $44,818, equivalent to $22 per hour, $862 weekly, or $3,735 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Program Associate in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Program Associate in Grand Island, NE vary widely, spanning from $33,484 to $54,198. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,885) and 75th percentile ($49,728), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,198 per year. This $10,843 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, Grand Island Program Associate often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Grand Island currently ranks 676 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 $33,484 Grand Island, NE April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $38,885 Grand Island, NE April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $44,818 Grand Island, NE April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $49,728 Grand Island, NE April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $54,198 Grand Island, NE April 01, 2026
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    Program Associate

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Grand Island, Nebraska    Grand Island is a city in and the county seat of Hall County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 48,520 at the 2010 census. Grand Island is t....More

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