As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Union, NJ is $54,884, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,055 weekly, or $4,574 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 Union, NJ vary widely, spanning from $40,955 to $66,370. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($47,593) and 75th percentile ($60,896), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,370 per year. This $13,303 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, Union Program Associate often earn 4.0% higher than national averages. However, Union currently ranks 39 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 $40,955 Union, NJ August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $47,593 Union, NJ August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $54,884 Union, NJ August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $60,896 Union, NJ August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $66,370 Union, NJ August 01, 2026
25% $47,593 10% $40,955 90% $66,370 75% $60,896 $54,884 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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