As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Phoenix, AZ is $48,116, equivalent to $23 per hour, $925 weekly, or $4,010 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 Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $35,921 to $58,214. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,733) and 75th percentile ($53,402), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,214 per year. This $11,669 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, Phoenix Program Associate often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 394 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 $35,921 Phoenix, AZ March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $41,733 Phoenix, AZ March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $48,116 Phoenix, AZ March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $53,402 Phoenix, AZ March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $58,214 Phoenix, AZ March 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 Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Program Associate ranges from $41,733 to $53,402 with the average base salary of $48,116. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $48,753 to $61,081 with the average total cash compensation of $54,327.

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About Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

Phoenix, Arizona  area prices were up 2.2% from a year ago

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