As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in La Crosse, WI is $45,827, equivalent to $22 per hour, $881 weekly, or $3,819 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 La Crosse, WI vary widely, spanning from $34,196 to $55,417. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,739) and 75th percentile ($50,847), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,417 per year. This $11,108 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, La Crosse Program Associate often earn 4.4% lower than national averages. However, La Crosse currently ranks 589 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 $34,196 La Crosse, WI August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $39,739 La Crosse, WI August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $45,827 La Crosse, WI August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $50,847 La Crosse, WI August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $55,417 La Crosse, WI August 01, 2026
25% $39,739 10% $34,196 90% $55,417 75% $50,847 $45,827 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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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About La Crosse, Wisconsin    La Crosse is located on the western border of the midsection of Wisconsin, on a broad alluvial plain along the east side of the Mississippi River. The....More

La Crosse, Wisconsin  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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