As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Stamford, CT is $55,242, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,062 weekly, or $4,604 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 Stamford, CT vary widely, spanning from $41,222 to $66,803. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($47,904) and 75th percentile ($61,294), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,803 per year. This $13,390 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, Stamford Program Associate often earn 6.1% higher than national averages. However, Stamford currently ranks 26 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 $41,222 Stamford, CT August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $47,904 Stamford, CT August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $55,242 Stamford, CT August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $61,294 Stamford, CT August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $66,803 Stamford, CT August 01, 2026
25% $47,904 10% $41,222 90% $66,803 75% $61,294 $55,242 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 Stamford, Connecticut    Stamford (/ˈstæmfərd/) is a city in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States. According to the 2010 census, the population of the city is 122,643....More

Stamford, Connecticut  area prices were up 1.7% from a year ago

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