As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Raleigh, NC is $47,770, equivalent to $23 per hour, $919 weekly, or $3,981 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 Raleigh, NC vary widely, spanning from $35,647 to $57,767. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,424) and 75th percentile ($53,003), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,767 per year. This $11,579 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, Raleigh Program Associate often earn 3.2% lower than national averages. However, Raleigh currently ranks 417 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 $35,647 Raleigh, NC August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $41,424 Raleigh, NC August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $47,770 Raleigh, NC August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $53,003 Raleigh, NC August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $57,767 Raleigh, NC August 01, 2026
25% $41,424 10% $35,647 90% $57,767 75% $53,003 $47,770 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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