Clinical Behavior Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does a Clinical Behavior Analyst make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Clinical Behavior Analyst in the United States is $54,853 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,199
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,522 to $59,221
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,668
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Clinical Behavior Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $59,221 $4,935 $1,139 $28
Average $54,853 $4,571 $1,055 $26
25th Percentile $49,522 $4,127 $952 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Clinical Behavior Analyst Salaries

A Clinical 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 Clinical Behavior Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Clinical 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $47,419
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $54,250
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,116
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $70,095
  • Expert (over 8 years): $98,555
Levels Salary
Merchant ... Level Clinical Behavior Analyst$47,419
Clinical ... Level Clinical Behavior Analyst$54,250
Merchant ... Level Clinical Behavior Analyst$63,116
Fraud Det... Level Clinical Behavior Analyst$70,095
Merchant ... Level Clinical Behavior Analyst$98,555
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Top Paying Cities for Clinical 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:

  • San Jose: $69,186
  • San Francisco: $68,506
  • Oakland: $66,987

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

Understanding how a Clinical 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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

Salary Trends for Clinical Behavior Analyst

Salaries for a Clinical Behavior Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $65,164 in 2023 to around $64,144 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Clinical Behavior Analyst salary trends, .

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