What are the main factors that influence a Program Administrator's salary?

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

How does experience change A Program Administrator's salary?

A Program Administrator's salary grows with experience: an Office Services Professional I (0-2 years)earns $55,450, an Program Administrator (2-4 years)earns $68,475, an Office Services Professional III (4-7 years)earns $82,426, an Office Services Professional IV (7+ years)earns $105,794, an Office Supervisor (7+ years)earns $78,828,

What are the highest paying states for a Program Administrator?

Program Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Administrator roles are District of Columbia $73,442, California $73,163, Massachusetts $72,188. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Program Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Assisted Living Program Administrator: $118,190; Senior Program Administrator: $110,777; Academic Program Administrator: $105,305; Training Program Senior Administrator: $86,800; Wellness Program Administrator III: $85,271.

Program Administrator Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Program Administrator make in Hawaii?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Administrator in Hawaii is $69,329 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,520
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,459 to $80,945
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,203

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Program Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,945	$6,745	$1,557	$39
Average	$69,329	$5,777	$1,333	$33
25th Percentile	$62,459	$5,205	$1,201	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Program Administrator Salaries

A Program Administrator'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 Experience Level Affects Program Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Administrator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $55,450
Early Career (1-2 years): $68,475
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $82,426
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $105,794
Expert (over 8 years): $78,828

Levels	Salary
Office Se... Level Program Administrator	$55,450
Program A... Level Program Administrator	$68,475
Office Se... Level Program Administrator	$82,426
Office Se... Level Program Administrator	$105,794
Office Su... Level Program Administrator	$78,828

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How Do Program Administrator 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 Program Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $73,442.
California: $73,163.
Massachusetts: $72,188.

District of Columbia $73,442 California $73,163 Massachusetts $72,188 Washington $71,923 New Jersey $71,896 Alaska $71,803 Connecticut $70,888 New York $70,516

Hawaii $69,329 Rhode Island $68,772 Maryland $68,394 Minnesota $67,876 Colorado $67,677 Illinois $67,611 Oregon $67,359 Delaware $67,173

New Hampshire $67,057 Virginia $66,795 Pennsylvania $66,032 Nevada $65,648 North Dakota $65,522 Michigan $65,323 Wisconsin $65,250 Vermont $65,104

Texas $64,699 Maine $64,673 Arizona $64,633 Ohio $64,586 Georgia $63,976 Indiana $63,671 Wyoming $63,611 Utah $63,518

Iowa $63,479 Kansas $63,160 Louisiana $63,067 North Carolina $63,034 Missouri $63,021 Florida $62,762 Montana $62,623 Nebraska $62,490

Kentucky $62,417 South Carolina $62,152 Tennessee $61,986 Idaho $61,920 New Mexico $61,436 Oklahoma $61,330 Alabama $60,938 South Dakota $60,282

Arkansas $59,923 West Virginia $59,731 Mississippi $59,154

Top Paying Cities for Program Administrators

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: $68,954
Anahola: $68,050
Captain Cook: $67,981

Aiea, HI $68,954 Anahola, HI $68,050 Captain Cook, HI $67,981 Eleele, HI $68,188 Ewa Beach, HI $68,893 Kapolei, HI $68,838 Haiku, HI $68,100 Hakalau, HI $67,947

Haleiwa, HI $68,705 Hana, HI $67,937 Hanalei, HI $67,961 Hanamaulu, HI $68,099 Hanapepe, HI $68,184 Hauula, HI $68,810 Hawaii National Park, HI $68,026 Hawi, HI $68,139

Hilo, HI $68,092 Princeville, HI $68,085 Holualoa, HI $68,008 Honaunau, HI $67,891 Honokaa, HI $67,979 Honomu, HI $68,085 Hoolehua, HI $67,891 Kaaawa, HI $68,832

Kahuku, HI $68,685 Kahului, HI $68,257 Kailua, HI $68,932 Ocean View, HI $68,065 Waikoloa, HI $68,058 Keauhou, HI $68,008 Kailua Kona, HI $68,091 Kalaheo, HI $68,106

Kalaupapa, HI $67,829 Kamuela, HI $68,013 Kaneohe, HI $68,917 Kapaa, HI $68,180 Kaumakani, HI $68,217 Kaunakakai, HI $67,972 Keaau, HI $68,138 Kealakekua, HI $68,103

Kealia, HI $68,126 Kekaha, HI $68,057 Kihei, HI $68,188 Kilauea, HI $68,086 Kapaau, HI $68,034 Koloa, HI $68,116 Kualapuu, HI $67,952 Kunia, HI $68,816

Kurtistown, HI $68,104 Lahaina, HI $68,117 Laie, HI $68,745 Lanai City, HI $67,952 Laupahoehoe, HI $68,123 Lawai, HI $68,217 Lihue, HI $68,099 Makawao, HI $68,152

Makaweli, HI $67,948 Maunaloa, HI $67,788 Mountain View, HI $68,068 Naalehu, HI $67,931 Ninole, HI $67,885 Ookala, HI $67,907 Paauilo, HI $67,990 Pahala, HI $67,949

Pahoa, HI $68,040 Paia, HI $68,121 Papaaloa, HI $68,132 Papaikou, HI $67,991 Pearl City, HI $68,904 Pepeekeo, HI $68,123 Puunene, HI $68,257 Volcano, HI $68,026

Wahiawa, HI $68,786 Pukalani, HI $68,152 Mililani, HI $68,869 Kula, HI $68,012 Waialua, HI $68,668 Waianae, HI $68,731 Wailuku, HI $68,151 Waimanalo, HI $68,918

Waimea, HI $68,211 Waipahu, HI $68,874 Honolulu, HI $68,978 J B P H H, HI $68,966 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $68,823 Schofield Barracks, HI $68,803 Fort Shafter, HI $68,978 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $68,978

Camp H M Smith, HI $68,962 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $68,895 Wake Island, HI $68,978

Program Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Administrator'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 June 01, 2026

$62,459

Average $69,329/year

$80,945

$5,205

Average $5,777/month

$6,745

$1,201

Average $1,333/week

$1,557

$30

Average $33/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,945	$6,745	$1,557	$39
Average	$69,329	$5,777	$1,333	$33
25th Percentile	$62,459	$5,205	$1,201	$30

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