As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Tacoma, WA is $52,685, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,013 weekly, or $4,390 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 Tacoma, WA vary widely, spanning from $39,314 to $63,711. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,686) and 75th percentile ($58,456), while top earners (90th percentile) make $63,711 per year. This $12,770 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, Tacoma Program Associate often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Tacoma currently ranks 121 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 $39,314 Tacoma, WA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $45,686 Tacoma, WA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $52,685 Tacoma, WA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $58,456 Tacoma, WA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $63,711 Tacoma, WA 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Program Associate in Tacoma, WA. The base salary for Program Associate ranges from $45,686 to $58,456 with the average base salary of $52,685. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $54,410 to $70,344 with the average total cash compensation of $60,937.

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About Tacoma, Washington    Tacoma (/təˈkoʊmə/ tə-KOH-mə) is a mid-sized urban port city and the county seat of Pierce County, Washington, United States. The city is on Washingto....More

Tacoma, Washington  area prices were up 2.8% from a year ago

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