As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Lowell, MA is $52,227, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,004 weekly, or $4,352 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 Lowell, MA vary widely, spanning from $38,972 to $63,157. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,289) and 75th percentile ($57,948), while top earners (90th percentile) make $63,157 per year. This $12,659 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, Lowell Program Associate often earn 1.5% higher than national averages. However, Lowell currently ranks 145 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 $38,972 Lowell, MA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $45,289 Lowell, MA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $52,227 Lowell, MA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $57,948 Lowell, MA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $63,157 Lowell, MA August 01, 2026
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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 Lowell, Massachusetts    Lowell is a city in the U.S. Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Located in Middlesex County, Lowell (along with Cambridge) was a county seat until Massach....More

Lowell, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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