As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Joliet, IL is $49,334, equivalent to $24 per hour, $949 weekly, or $4,111 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 Joliet, IL vary widely, spanning from $36,831 to $59,687. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,789) and 75th percentile ($54,753), while top earners (90th percentile) make $59,687 per year. This $11,964 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, Joliet Program Associate often earn 0.6% higher than national averages. However, Joliet currently ranks 310 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 $36,831 Joliet, IL March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $42,789 Joliet, IL March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $49,334 Joliet, IL March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $54,753 Joliet, IL March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $59,687 Joliet, IL March 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 Joliet, Illinois    Joliet is located at 41°31′14″N 88°09′02″W / 41.52056°N 88.15056°W / 41.52056; -88.15056 (41.5204200, -88.1505261). According to the 2010 census, J....More

Joliet, Illinois  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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