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 $63,581, a Behavior Analyst (4-7 years)earns $71,533, a Behavioral Health Supervisor (7+ years)earns $91,959, a Behavioral Health Manager (7+ years)earns $106,488, a Behavioral Health Director (7+ years)earns $141,306,

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 $78,208, California $77,912, Massachusetts $76,873. 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: $91,723; Board Certified Behavior Analyst Telehealth: $71,609; Board Certified Behavior Analyst Bcba: $71,554; Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst: $71,267; Board Certified Behavior Analyst LBA: $71,024.

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Behavior Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Behavior Analyst make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Behavior Analyst in Delaware is $71,533 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): $90,468
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,443 to $81,444
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,167

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Behavior Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,444	$6,787	$1,566	$39
Average	$71,533	$5,961	$1,376	$34
25th Percentile	$62,443	$5,204	$1,201	$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): $63,581
Behavior Analyst (4-7 years): $71,533
Behavioral Health Supervisor (7+ years): $91,959
Behavioral Health Manager (7+ years): $106,488
Behavioral Health Director (7+ years): $141,306

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Intake Coordinator	2-4 years	$63,581
Behavior Analyst	4-7 years	$71,533
Behavioral Health Supervisor	7+ years	$91,959
Behavioral Health Manager	7+ years	$106,488
Behavioral Health Director	7+ years	$141,306

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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: $78,208.
California: $77,912.
Massachusetts: $76,873.

District of Columbia $78,208 California $77,912 Massachusetts $76,873 Washington $76,591 New Jersey $76,562 Alaska $76,463 Connecticut $75,489 New York $75,093

Hawaii $73,829 Rhode Island $73,235 Maryland $72,833 Minnesota $72,282 Colorado $72,070 Illinois $71,999 Oregon $71,731 Delaware $71,533

New Hampshire $71,409 Virginia $71,130 Pennsylvania $70,318 Nevada $69,908 North Dakota $69,774 Michigan $69,562 Wisconsin $69,485 Vermont $69,329

Texas $68,898 Maine $68,870 Arizona $68,828 Ohio $68,778 Georgia $68,128 Indiana $67,803 Wyoming $67,740 Utah $67,641

Iowa $67,599 Kansas $67,260 Louisiana $67,161 North Carolina $67,125 Missouri $67,111 Florida $66,836 Montana $66,687 Nebraska $66,546

Kentucky $66,468 South Carolina $66,186 Tennessee $66,009 Idaho $65,939 New Mexico $65,423 Oklahoma $65,310 Alabama $64,893 South Dakota $64,194

Arkansas $63,813 West Virginia $63,608 Mississippi $62,993

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: $71,211
Little Creek: $71,732
Magnolia: $71,629

Lincoln, DE $71,211 Little Creek, DE $71,732 Magnolia, DE $71,629 Milford, DE $71,392 Marydel, DE $71,509 Millsboro, DE $70,912 Millville, DE $71,022 Milton, DE $71,145

Nassau, DE $71,196 Ocean View, DE $71,010 Rehoboth Beach, DE $71,146 Seaford, DE $71,186 Selbyville, DE $70,892 Smyrna, DE $71,782 Viola, DE $71,451 Woodside, DE $71,643

Bear, DE $71,478 Newark, DE $71,451 Claymont, DE $71,597 Delaware City, DE $71,522 Hockessin, DE $71,445 Kirkwood, DE $71,509 Middletown, DE $71,537 Montchanin, DE $71,461

New Castle, DE $71,472 Odessa, DE $71,572 Port Penn, DE $71,620 Rockland, DE $71,468 Saint Georges, DE $71,514 Townsend, DE $71,624 Winterthur, DE $71,477 Lewes, DE $71,172

Wilmington, DE $71,448 Dover, DE $71,732 Dover Afb, DE $71,354 Bethany Beach, DE $70,935 Bethel, DE $71,008 Bridgeville, DE $71,176 Camden Wyoming, DE $71,530 Cheswold, DE $71,709

Clayton, DE $71,711 Dagsboro, DE $70,885 Delmar, DE $70,772 Ellendale, DE $70,986 Felton, DE $71,386 Fenwick Island, DE $70,901 Frankford, DE $70,777 Frederica, DE $71,457

Georgetown, DE $70,859 Greenwood, DE $71,187 Harbeson, DE $70,934 Harrington, DE $71,296 Hartly, DE $71,518 Houston, DE $71,194 Kenton, DE $71,715 Laurel, DE $70,816

Yorklyn, DE $71,466

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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$62,443

Average $71,533/year

$81,444

$5,204

Average $5,961/month

$6,787

$1,201

Average $1,376/week

$1,566

$30

Average $34/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,444	$6,787	$1,566	$39
Average	$71,533	$5,961	$1,376	$34
25th Percentile	$62,443	$5,204	$1,201	$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 $91,959 - a projected growth of 29% over your current level.

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