Assistant Program Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Program Analyst make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Program Analyst in the United States is $57,941 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, an Assistant Program Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,890
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,066 to $63,149
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,628

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Program Analyst Salaries

An Assistant Program Analyst'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.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Program Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Program Analyst'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): $56,470
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $57,001
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $58,086
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $58,303
  • Expert (over 8 years): $58,448
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Assistant Program Analyst less than 1 year $56,470
Early Career Level Assistant Program Analyst 1-2 years $57,001
Mid-Level Level Assistant Program Analyst 2-4 years $58,086
Senior-Level Level Assistant Program Analyst 5-8 years $58,303
Expert Level Assistant Program Analyst over 8 years $58,448

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Program Analyst

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: $73,081
  • San Francisco: $72,281
  • Oakland: $70,758

Assistant Program Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Program Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Program Analyst positions in Telecom or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Program Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Program Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $81,118 $39.0 40%
Financial Services $75,324 $36.0 30%
Energy & Utilities $69,529 $33.0 20%
Healthcare $63,735 $31.0 10%
Insurance $60,838 $29.0 5%

How Education impacts an Assistant Program Analyst's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Program Analyst professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Program Analyst with a high school is between $53,416 and $56,788.

Assistant Program Analyst Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Program Analyst
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 3.4%
High School 31%
Associate's Degree 15.5%
Bachelor's Degree 44.8%
Master's Degree or MBA 5.2%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Assistant Program Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Program Analyst'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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$53,066
Average $57,941/year
$63,149
$4,422
Average $4,828/month
$5,262
$1,021
Average $1,114/week
$1,214
$26
Average $28/hour
$30
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $63,149 $5,262 $1,214 $30
Average $57,941 $4,828 $1,114 $28
25th Percentile $53,066 $4,422 $1,021 $26

Most common benefits for Assistant Program Analyst

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Assistant Program Analyst

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FAQ about Assistant Program Analyst

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Program Analyst?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Program Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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