As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Scranton, PA is $46,441, equivalent to $22 per hour, $893 weekly, or $3,870 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 Scranton, PA vary widely, spanning from $34,654 to $56,159. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,271) and 75th percentile ($51,528), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,159 per year. This $11,257 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, Scranton Program Associate often earn 4.2% lower than national averages. However, Scranton currently ranks 533 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 $34,654 Scranton, PA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $40,271 Scranton, PA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $46,441 Scranton, PA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $51,528 Scranton, PA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $56,159 Scranton, PA August 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 Scranton, Pennsylvania    Scranton is the sixth-largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is the county seat and largest city of Lackawanna County in Northeastern Pe....More

Scranton, Pennsylvania  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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