As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Topeka, KS is $44,536, equivalent to $21 per hour, $856 weekly, or $3,711 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 Topeka, KS vary widely, spanning from $33,233 to $53,856. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,620) and 75th percentile ($49,414), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,856 per year. This $10,794 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, Topeka Program Associate often earn 4.0% lower than national averages. However, Topeka currently ranks 695 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 $33,233 Topeka, KS August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $38,620 Topeka, KS August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $44,536 Topeka, KS August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $49,414 Topeka, KS August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $53,856 Topeka, KS August 01, 2026
25% $38,620 10% $33,233 90% $53,856 75% $49,414 $44,536 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 Topeka, Kansas    Topeka (/toʊˈpiːkə/; Kansa: Tó Pee Kuh) is the capital city of the U.S. state of Kansas and the seat of Shawnee County. It is situated along the Kans....More

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