Community Program Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Community Program Specialist make in the United States? As of November 01, 2026, the average salary for a Community Program Specialist in the United States is $92,366 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,545
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,025 to $99,265
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,341

Key Factors That Influence Community Program Specialist Salaries

A Community Program 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.

How Experience Level Affects Community Program Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Community Program Specialist'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): $64,834
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $77,551
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,929
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,822
  • Expert (over 8 years): $100,050
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
System Documentation Specialist I less than 1 year $64,834
System Documentation Specialist II 1-2 years $77,551
Community Program Specialist 2-4 years $90,929
System Documentation Specialist IV 5-8 years $114,822
System Documentation Supervisor over 8 years $100,050

Top Paying Cities for Community Program Specialist

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: $116,501
  • San Francisco: $115,226
  • Oakland: $112,797

Community Program Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Community Program Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Community Program Specialist positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Community Program Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Community Program Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $115,457 $56.0 25%
Energy & Utilities $106,221 $51.0 15%
Financial Services $106,221 $51.0 15%
Aerospace & Defense $101,602 $49.0 10%
Insurance $101,602 $49.0 10%

How Education impacts a Community Program Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Community Program Specialist 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 a Community Program Specialist with a high school is between $87,632 and $92,180.

Community Program Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Community Program Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 33.3%
High School 33.3%
Associate's Degree 33.3%
Bachelor's Degree 33.3%
Master's Degree or MBA 0%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Community Program Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Community Program 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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on November 01, 2026
$85,025
Average $92,366/year
$99,265
$7,085
Average $7,697/month
$8,272
$1,635
Average $1,776/week
$1,909
$41
Average $44/hour
$48
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $99,265 $8,272 $1,909 $48
Average $92,366 $7,697 $1,776 $44
25th Percentile $85,025 $7,085 $1,635 $41

Most common benefits for Community Program Specialist

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

Common company salaries for Community Program Specialist

Here are companies hiring for Community Program Specialist and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Community Program Specialist

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

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

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