As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Rochester, MN is $48,832, equivalent to $23 per hour, $939 weekly, or $4,069 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 Rochester, MN vary widely, spanning from $36,439 to $59,052. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,345) and 75th percentile ($54,181), while top earners (90th percentile) make $59,052 per year. This $11,836 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, Rochester Program Associate often earn 2.0% higher than national averages. However, Rochester currently ranks 334 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 $36,439 Rochester, MN August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $42,345 Rochester, MN August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $48,832 Rochester, MN August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $54,181 Rochester, MN August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $59,052 Rochester, MN August 01, 2026
25% $42,345 10% $36,439 90% $59,052 75% $54,181 $48,832 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 Rochester, Minnesota    Rochester is a city founded in 1854 in the U.S. State of Minnesota and is the county seat of Olmsted County located on the Zumbro River's south fork i....More

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