As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Trenton, NJ is $52,768, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,015 weekly, or $4,397 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 Trenton, NJ vary widely, spanning from $39,394 to $63,842. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,768) and 75th percentile ($58,564), while top earners (90th percentile) make $63,842 per year. This $12,796 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, Trenton Program Associate often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Trenton currently ranks 132 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 $39,394 Trenton, NJ March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $45,768 Trenton, NJ March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $52,768 Trenton, NJ March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $58,564 Trenton, NJ March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $63,842 Trenton, NJ March 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 Trenton, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 8.155 square miles (21.122 km2), including 7.648 square miles (19.809 km2) ....More

Trenton, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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