What are the main factors that influence a Planning Associate's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Planning Associate's salary?

A Planning Associate's salary grows with experience: a Planning Associate (0-2 years)earns $71,021, a Financial Associate (Public) II (2-4 years)earns $101,032, a Financial Associate (Public) III (4-7 years)earns $137,424,

What are the highest paying states for a Planning Associate?

Planning Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Planning Associate roles are District of Columbia $75,931, California $75,643, Massachusetts $74,635. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Planning Associate roles make?

Salaries for Planning Associate level roles vary by specialization: Associate Communications Planning Director: $184,699; Associate Director Economics And Planning: $109,168; Retirement Planning Associate: $108,285; Associate Business Planning Analyst: $95,501; Space Planning Associate: $91,393.

Planning Associate Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Planning Associate make in Hawaii?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Planning Associate in Hawaii is $71,679 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, a Planning Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,758
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,470 to $80,619
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,086

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Planning Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,619	$6,718	$1,550	$39
Average	$71,679	$5,973	$1,378	$34
25th Percentile	$62,470	$5,206	$1,201	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Planning Associate Salaries

A Planning Associate's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Planning Associate Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Planning Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $75,931.
California: $75,643.
Massachusetts: $74,635.

District of Columbia $75,931 California $75,643 Massachusetts $74,635 Washington $74,360 New Jersey $74,333 Alaska $74,237 Connecticut $73,290 New York $72,906

Hawaii $71,679 Rhode Island $71,103 Maryland $70,712 Minnesota $70,177 Colorado $69,971 Illinois $69,903 Oregon $69,642 Delaware $69,450

New Hampshire $69,329 Virginia $69,059 Pennsylvania $68,270 Nevada $67,873 North Dakota $67,742 Michigan $67,537 Wisconsin $67,461 Vermont $67,310

Texas $66,892 Maine $66,865 Arizona $66,823 Ohio $66,775 Georgia $66,144 Indiana $65,829 Wyoming $65,767 Utah $65,671

Iowa $65,630 Kansas $65,301 Louisiana $65,205 North Carolina $65,171 Missouri $65,157 Florida $64,889 Montana $64,745 Nebraska $64,608

Kentucky $64,533 South Carolina $64,259 Tennessee $64,087 Idaho $64,018 New Mexico $63,518 Oklahoma $63,408 Alabama $63,004 South Dakota $62,325

Arkansas $61,954 West Virginia $61,755 Mississippi $61,159

Top Paying Cities for Planning Associates

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $71,291
Anahola: $70,356
Captain Cook: $70,285

Aiea, HI $71,291 Anahola, HI $70,356 Captain Cook, HI $70,285 Eleele, HI $70,499 Ewa Beach, HI $71,228 Kapolei, HI $71,171 Haiku, HI $70,408 Hakalau, HI $70,250

Haleiwa, HI $71,033 Hana, HI $70,240 Hanalei, HI $70,264 Hanamaulu, HI $70,407 Hanapepe, HI $70,495 Hauula, HI $71,142 Hawaii National Park, HI $70,332 Hawi, HI $70,448

Hilo, HI $70,400 Princeville, HI $70,392 Holualoa, HI $70,313 Honaunau, HI $70,192 Honokaa, HI $70,283 Honomu, HI $70,393 Hoolehua, HI $70,192 Kaaawa, HI $71,165

Kahuku, HI $71,013 Kahului, HI $70,571 Kailua, HI $71,268 Ocean View, HI $70,372 Waikoloa, HI $70,365 Keauhou, HI $70,313 Kailua Kona, HI $70,398 Kalaheo, HI $70,414

Kalaupapa, HI $70,128 Kamuela, HI $70,318 Kaneohe, HI $71,253 Kapaa, HI $70,491 Kaumakani, HI $70,529 Kaunakakai, HI $70,276 Keaau, HI $70,448 Kealakekua, HI $70,411

Kealia, HI $70,435 Kekaha, HI $70,363 Kihei, HI $70,499 Kilauea, HI $70,394 Kapaau, HI $70,340 Koloa, HI $70,424 Kualapuu, HI $70,255 Kunia, HI $71,148

Kurtistown, HI $70,412 Lahaina, HI $70,426 Laie, HI $71,075 Lanai City, HI $70,255 Laupahoehoe, HI $70,432 Lawai, HI $70,529 Lihue, HI $70,407 Makawao, HI $70,462

Makaweli, HI $70,251 Maunaloa, HI $70,086 Mountain View, HI $70,375 Naalehu, HI $70,233 Ninole, HI $70,186 Ookala, HI $70,208 Paauilo, HI $70,294 Pahala, HI $70,252

Pahoa, HI $70,346 Paia, HI $70,429 Papaaloa, HI $70,442 Papaikou, HI $70,296 Pearl City, HI $71,239 Pepeekeo, HI $70,432 Puunene, HI $70,571 Volcano, HI $70,332

Wahiawa, HI $71,117 Pukalani, HI $70,462 Mililani, HI $71,203 Kula, HI $70,317 Waialua, HI $70,995 Waianae, HI $71,061 Wailuku, HI $70,461 Waimanalo, HI $71,254

Waimea, HI $70,523 Waipahu, HI $71,208 Honolulu, HI $71,315 J B P H H, HI $71,303 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $71,156 Schofield Barracks, HI $71,135 Fort Shafter, HI $71,315 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $71,315

Camp H M Smith, HI $71,300 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $71,230 Wake Island, HI $71,315

Planning Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Planning Associate's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$62,470

Average $71,679/year

$80,619

$5,206

Average $5,973/month

$6,718

$1,201

Average $1,378/week

$1,550

$30

Average $34/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,619	$6,718	$1,550	$39
Average	$71,679	$5,973	$1,378	$34
25th Percentile	$62,470	$5,206	$1,201	$30

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