As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Madison, WI is $47,990, equivalent to $23 per hour, $923 weekly, or $3,999 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 Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $35,827 to $58,060. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,623) and 75th percentile ($53,261), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,060 per year. This $11,638 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, Madison Program Associate often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 409 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 $35,827 Madison, WI March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $41,623 Madison, WI March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $47,990 Madison, WI March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $53,261 Madison, WI March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $58,060 Madison, WI March 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 Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

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

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