As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Winston Salem, NC is $45,330, equivalent to $22 per hour, $872 weekly, or $3,778 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 Winston Salem, NC vary widely, spanning from $33,841 to $54,843. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,316) and 75th percentile ($50,309), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,843 per year. This $10,993 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, Winston Salem Program Associate often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Winston Salem currently ranks 649 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 $33,841 Winston Salem, NC March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $39,316 Winston Salem, NC March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $45,330 Winston Salem, NC March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $50,309 Winston Salem, NC March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $54,843 Winston Salem, NC 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Program Associate in Winston Salem, NC. The base salary for Program Associate ranges from $39,316 to $50,309 with the average base salary of $45,330. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $45,930 to $57,544 with the average total cash compensation of $51,181.

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About Winston Salem, North Carolina    Winston-Salem is a city in and the county seat of Forsyth County, North Carolina, United States. With a 2019 estimated population of 251,907 it is the....More

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