As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Raleigh, NC is $47,819, equivalent to $23 per hour, $920 weekly, or $3,985 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 Raleigh, NC vary widely, spanning from $35,700 to $57,854. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,475) and 75th percentile ($53,072), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,854 per year. This $11,597 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 3.3% 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 $35,700 Raleigh, NC March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $41,475 Raleigh, NC March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $47,819 Raleigh, NC March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $53,072 Raleigh, NC March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $57,854 Raleigh, NC March 01, 2026
25% $41,475 10% $35,700 90% $57,854 75% $53,072 $47,819 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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