As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Norfolk, VA is $45,690, equivalent to $22 per hour, $879 weekly, or $3,808 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 Norfolk, VA vary widely, spanning from $34,095 to $55,252. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,621) and 75th percentile ($50,695), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,252 per year. This $11,074 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, Norfolk Program Associate often earn 6.9% lower than national averages. However, Norfolk currently ranks 608 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 $34,095 Norfolk, VA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $39,621 Norfolk, VA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $45,690 Norfolk, VA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $50,695 Norfolk, VA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $55,252 Norfolk, VA 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Program Associate in Norfolk, VA. The base salary for Program Associate ranges from $39,621 to $50,695 with the average base salary of $45,690. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $47,186 to $61,005 with the average total cash compensation of $52,847.

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About Norfolk, Virginia    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 96 square miles (250 km2), of which 54 square miles (140 km2) is land and 4....More

Norfolk, Virginia  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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