Program Administration Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Program Administration Specialist make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Administration Specialist in the United States is $74,070 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, a Program Administration Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,499
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,758 to $83,717
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,189
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Program Administration Specialist Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $83,717 $6,976 $1,610 $40
Average $74,070 $6,173 $1,424 $36
25th Percentile $65,758 $5,480 $1,265 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Program Administration Specialist Salaries

A Program Administration Specialist'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Program Administration Specialists

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:

  • San Jose: $93,425
  • San Francisco: $92,402
  • Oakland: $90,454

What Skills Can Increase a Program Administration Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 9.72% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 2.84% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
  • Microsoft Word (Mentioned in 1.37% Job Postings): Microsoft Word or MS Word is a popular word-processing program used mainly for creating documents, such as brochures, letters, learning activities, quizzes, tests, and students' homework assignments
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 9.72%
Accounting 2.84%
Microsoft Word 1.37%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Program Administration Specialist's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
$82,959
12%
Leadership
$79,996
8%
Consulting
$79,255
7%
Collaboration
$78,514
6%
Analysis
$77,774
5%
Logistics
$77,033
4%
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Program Administration Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Program Administration Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Program Administration Specialist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Program Administration Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Program Administration Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$92,588$45.025%
Pharmaceuticals$85,181$41.015%
Biotechnology$81,477$39.010%
Energy & Utilities$81,477$39.010%
Telecom$81,477$39.010%

How Education impacts a Program Administration Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Program Administration Specialists enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Program Administration Specialist with a No Diploma is between $74,274 and $78,391).

Program Administration Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Program Administration Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 7.8%
High School 27.4%
Associates 20.5%
Bachelors 37.3%
Masters 6.7%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Program Administration Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Administration Specialist'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

Salary Trends for Program Administration Specialist

Salaries for a Program Administration Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $57,076 in 2023 to around $55,921 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Program Administration Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Program Administration Specialist Over Time

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2023
$57,076
2024
$56,717
2025
$55,921
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2024 $56,717
2025 $55,921
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FAQ about Program Administration Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Program Administration Specialist?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Program Administration Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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