As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Richmond, VA is $47,403, equivalent to $23 per hour, $912 weekly, or $3,950 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 Richmond, VA vary widely, spanning from $35,373 to $57,323. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,106) and 75th percentile ($52,596), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,323 per year. This $11,490 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, Richmond Program Associate often earn 3.4% lower than national averages. 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 $35,373 Richmond, VA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $41,106 Richmond, VA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $47,403 Richmond, VA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $52,596 Richmond, VA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $57,323 Richmond, VA August 01, 2026
25% $41,106 10% $35,373 90% $57,323 75% $52,596 $47,403 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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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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