As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Rockford, IL is $46,918, equivalent to $23 per hour, $902 weekly, or $3,910 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 Rockford, IL vary widely, spanning from $35,010 to $56,737. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,685) and 75th percentile ($52,057), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,737 per year. This $11,372 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, Rockford Program Associate often earn 5.5% lower than national averages. However, Rockford currently ranks 497 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 $35,010 Rockford, IL August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $40,685 Rockford, IL August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $46,918 Rockford, IL August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $52,057 Rockford, IL August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $56,737 Rockford, IL August 01, 2026
25% $40,685 10% $35,010 90% $56,737 75% $52,057 $46,918 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 Rockford, Illinois    Rockford is a city in Winnebago County in the U.S. state of Illinois, in far northern Illinois. Located on the banks of the Rock River, Rockford is t....More

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