As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in New York, NY is $56,085, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,079 weekly, or $4,674 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 York, NY vary widely, spanning from $41,851 to $67,822. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,634) and 75th percentile ($62,228), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,822 per year. This $13,594 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 York Program Associate often earn 8.3% higher than national averages. However, New York currently ranks 10 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 $41,851 New York, NY August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $48,634 New York, NY August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $56,085 New York, NY August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $62,228 New York, NY August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $67,822 New York, NY August 01, 2026
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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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