As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in New Haven, CT is $51,628, equivalent to $25 per hour, $993 weekly, or $4,302 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 New Haven, CT vary widely, spanning from $38,525 to $62,433. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,770) and 75th percentile ($57,284), while top earners (90th percentile) make $62,433 per year. This $12,514 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, New Haven Program Associate often earn 0.8% higher than national averages. However, New Haven currently ranks 174 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 $38,525 New Haven, CT August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $44,770 New Haven, CT August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $51,628 New Haven, CT August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $57,284 New Haven, CT August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $62,433 New Haven, CT August 01, 2026
25% $44,770 10% $38,525 90% $62,433 75% $57,284 $51,628 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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    Non-Profit Program Coordinator

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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