What are the main factors that influence a Behavior Analyst's salary?

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

How does experience change A Behavior Analyst's salary?

A Behavior Analyst's salary grows with experience: an Intake Coordinator (2-4 years)earns $63,684, a Behavior Analyst (4-7 years)earns $71,706, a Behavioral Health Supervisor (7+ years)earns $92,136, a Behavioral Health Manager (7+ years)earns $106,643, a Behavioral Health Director (7+ years)earns $141,446,

What are the highest paying states for a Behavior Analyst?

Behavior Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Behavior Analyst roles are District of Columbia $78,219, California $77,923, Massachusetts $76,884. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Behavior Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Behavior Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Board Certified Behavior Analyst Program Manager: $108,841; Board Certified Behavior Analyst LBA: $75,302; Board Certified Behavior Analyst Sign-On: $75,302; Board Certified Behavior Analyst Telehealth: $75,302; Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst: $75,302.

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Behavior Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Behavior Analyst make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Behavior Analyst in Delaware is $71,706 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,593
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,547 to $81,592
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,209

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Behavior Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,592	$6,799	$1,569	$39
Average	$71,706	$5,975	$1,379	$34
25th Percentile	$62,547	$5,212	$1,203	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Behavior Analyst Salaries

A Behavior 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Behavior Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Behavior 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:

Intake Coordinator (2-4 years): $63,684
Behavior Analyst (4-7 years): $71,706
Behavioral Health Supervisor (7+ years): $92,136
Behavioral Health Manager (7+ years): $106,643
Behavioral Health Director (7+ years): $141,446

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Intake Coordinator	2-4 years	$63,684
Behavior Analyst	4-7 years	$71,706
Behavioral Health Supervisor	7+ years	$92,136
Behavioral Health Manager	7+ years	$106,643
Behavioral Health Director	7+ years	$141,446

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How Do Behavior Analyst 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 Behavior Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $78,219.
California: $77,923.
Massachusetts: $76,884.

District of Columbia $78,219 California $77,923 Massachusetts $76,884 Washington $76,601 New Jersey $76,573 Alaska $76,474 Connecticut $75,499 New York $75,104

Hawaii $73,839 Rhode Island $73,246 Maryland $72,843 Minnesota $72,292 Colorado $72,080 Illinois $72,009 Oregon $71,741 Delaware $71,543

New Hampshire $71,419 Virginia $71,141 Pennsylvania $70,328 Nevada $69,918 North Dakota $69,784 Michigan $69,572 Wisconsin $69,494 Vermont $69,339

Texas $68,908 Maine $68,880 Arizona $68,837 Ohio $68,788 Georgia $68,138 Indiana $67,813 Wyoming $67,750 Utah $67,651

Iowa $67,608 Kansas $67,269 Louisiana $67,170 North Carolina $67,135 Missouri $67,121 Florida $66,845 Montana $66,697 Nebraska $66,556

Kentucky $66,478 South Carolina $66,195 Tennessee $66,019 Idaho $65,948 New Mexico $65,432 Oklahoma $65,319 Alabama $64,902 South Dakota $64,203

Arkansas $63,822 West Virginia $63,617 Mississippi $63,002

Top Paying Cities for Behavior Analysts

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:

Lincoln: $74,044
Little Creek: $73,359
Magnolia: $73,663

Lincoln, DE $74,044 Little Creek, DE $73,359 Magnolia, DE $73,663 Milford, DE $74,044 Marydel, DE $73,083 Millsboro, DE $74,044 Millville, DE $74,539 Milton, DE $74,044

Nassau, DE $74,044 Ocean View, DE $74,539 Rehoboth Beach, DE $74,539 Seaford, DE $73,267 Selbyville, DE $74,539 Smyrna, DE $72,999 Viola, DE $73,663 Woodside, DE $73,451

Bear, DE $72,462 Newark, DE $72,490 Claymont, DE $72,546 Delaware City, DE $72,490 Hockessin, DE $72,546 Kirkwood, DE $72,490 Middletown, DE $72,850 Montchanin, DE $72,546

New Castle, DE $72,546 Odessa, DE $72,949 Port Penn, DE $72,292 Rockland, DE $72,546 Saint Georges, DE $72,490 Townsend, DE $72,843 Winterthur, DE $72,546 Lewes, DE $74,044

Wilmington, DE $72,546 Dover, DE $73,323 Dover Afb, DE $73,493 Bethany Beach, DE $74,539 Bethel, DE $73,267 Bridgeville, DE $74,044 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,401 Cheswold, DE $73,154

Clayton, DE $72,970 Dagsboro, DE $74,539 Delmar, DE $73,267 Ellendale, DE $74,044 Felton, DE $74,044 Fenwick Island, DE $74,539 Frankford, DE $74,539 Frederica, DE $74,044

Georgetown, DE $74,044 Greenwood, DE $74,044 Harbeson, DE $74,044 Harrington, DE $74,044 Hartly, DE $72,935 Houston, DE $74,044 Kenton, DE $72,970 Laurel, DE $73,267

Yorklyn, DE $72,546

Behavior Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Behavior 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.

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$62,547

Average $71,706/year

$81,592

$5,212

Average $5,975/month

$6,799

$1,203

Average $1,379/week

$1,569

$30

Average $34/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,592	$6,799	$1,569	$39
Average	$71,706	$5,975	$1,379	$34
25th Percentile	$62,547	$5,212	$1,203	$30

Behavior Analyst Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Behavior Analyst, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Behavioral Health Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $92,136 - a projected growth of 28% over your current level.

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