As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Mesa, AZ is $48,126, equivalent to $23 per hour, $926 weekly, or $4,011 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 Mesa, AZ vary widely, spanning from $35,912 to $58,197. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,733) and 75th percentile ($53,398), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,197 per year. This $11,665 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, Mesa Program Associate often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Mesa currently ranks 384 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 $35,912 Mesa, AZ August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $41,733 Mesa, AZ August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $48,126 Mesa, AZ August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $53,398 Mesa, AZ August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $58,197 Mesa, AZ 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 Mesa, Arizona    Mesa (/ˈmeɪsə/ MAY-sə) is a city in Maricopa County, in the U.S. state of Arizona. It is a suburb located about 20 miles (32 km) east of Phoenix in th....More

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