As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Portland, OR is $51,039, equivalent to $25 per hour, $982 weekly, or $4,253 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 Portland, OR vary widely, spanning from $38,103 to $61,750. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,268) and 75th percentile ($56,645), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,750 per year. This $12,377 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, Portland Program Associate often earn 3.2% higher than national averages. However, Portland currently ranks 223 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 $38,103 Portland, OR March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $44,268 Portland, OR March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $51,039 Portland, OR March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $56,645 Portland, OR March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $61,750 Portland, OR March 01, 2026
25% $44,268 10% $38,103 90% $61,750 75% $56,645 $51,039 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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About Portland, Oregon    Portland is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Oregon and the seat of Multnomah County. It is a major port in the Willamette Vall....More

Portland, Oregon  area prices were up 3.9% from a year ago

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