As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Hilo, HI is $50,313, equivalent to $24 per hour, $968 weekly, or $4,193 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 Hilo, HI vary widely, spanning from $37,561 to $60,871. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($43,638) and 75th percentile ($55,840), while top earners (90th percentile) make $60,871 per year. This $12,202 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, Hilo Program Associate often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Hilo currently ranks 269 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 $37,561 Hilo, HI March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $43,638 Hilo, HI March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $50,313 Hilo, HI March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $55,840 Hilo, HI March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $60,871 Hilo, HI March 01, 2026
25% $43,638 10% $37,561 90% $60,871 75% $55,840 $50,313 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 Hilo, Hawaii    Hilo (/ˈhiːloʊ/; Hawaiian pronunciation: [ˈhilo]) is the largest town and census-designated place (CDP) in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States, which....More

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