As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Program Analyst in Columbia, SC is $128,052, equivalent to $62 per hour, $2,463 weekly, or $10,671 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Program Analyst in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Senior Program Analyst in Columbia, SC vary widely, spanning from $109,198 to $148,254. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($118,183) and 75th percentile ($138,627), while top earners (90th percentile) make $148,254 per year. This $20,444 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Application Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbia Senior Program Analyst often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbia currently ranks 669 statewide for Senior Program Analyst 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
Senior Program Analyst Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Program Analyst Salary $109,198 Columbia, SC February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Program Analyst Salary $118,183 Columbia, SC February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Program Analyst Salary $128,052 Columbia, SC February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Program Analyst Salary $138,627 Columbia, SC February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Program Analyst Salary $148,254 Columbia, SC February 01, 2026
25% $118,183 10% $109,198 90% $148,254 75% $138,627 $128,052 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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