As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Nashville, TN is $46,241, equivalent to $22 per hour, $889 weekly, or $3,853 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 Nashville, TN vary widely, spanning from $34,521 to $55,945. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,106) and 75th percentile ($51,320), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,945 per year. This $11,214 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, Nashville Program Associate often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Nashville currently ranks 562 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 $34,521 Nashville, TN March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $40,106 Nashville, TN March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $46,241 Nashville, TN March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $51,320 Nashville, TN March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $55,945 Nashville, TN March 01, 2026
25% $40,106 10% $34,521 90% $55,945 75% $51,320 $46,241 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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