As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Santa Fe, NM is $46,031, equivalent to $22 per hour, $885 weekly, or $3,836 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 Santa Fe, NM vary widely, spanning from $34,390 to $55,665. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,938) and 75th percentile ($51,074), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,665 per year. This $11,136 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, Santa Fe Program Associate often earn 2.0% lower than national averages. However, Santa Fe currently ranks 586 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 $34,390 Santa Fe, NM April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $39,938 Santa Fe, NM April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $46,031 Santa Fe, NM April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $51,074 Santa Fe, NM April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $55,665 Santa Fe, NM April 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 Santa Fe, New Mexico    Santa Fe (/ˌsæntəˈfeɪ/ or /ˈsæntəˌfeɪ/; Tewa: Oghá P'o'oge, Navajo: Yootó) is the capital of the U.S. state of New Mexico. It is the fourth-largest ci....More

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