As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Roanoke, VA is $44,838, equivalent to $22 per hour, $862 weekly, or $3,737 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 Roanoke, VA vary widely, spanning from $33,474 to $54,247. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,890) and 75th percentile ($49,763), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,247 per year. This $10,873 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, Roanoke Program Associate often earn 8.6% lower than national averages. However, Roanoke currently ranks 674 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 $33,474 Roanoke, VA March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $38,890 Roanoke, VA March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $44,838 Roanoke, VA March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $49,763 Roanoke, VA March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $54,247 Roanoke, VA 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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About Roanoke, Virginia    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.9 square miles (111.1 km2), of which 42.5 square miles (110.1 km2) is la....More

Roanoke, Virginia  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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