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 $63,553, a Behavior Analyst (4-7 years)earns $71,539, a Behavioral Health Supervisor (7+ years)earns $91,938, a Behavioral Health Manager (7+ years)earns $106,424, a Behavioral Health Director (7+ years)earns $141,184,

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 $78,215, California $77,918, Massachusetts $76,880. 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: $91,727; Board Certified Behavior Analyst Telehealth: $71,617; Board Certified Behavior Analyst Bcba: $71,560; Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst: $71,275; Board Certified Behavior Analyst LBA: $71,032.

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Behavior Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Behavior Analyst make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Behavior Analyst in Delaware is $71,539 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): $90,530
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,447 to $81,480
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,169

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Behavior Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,480	$6,790	$1,567	$39
Average	$71,539	$5,962	$1,376	$34
25th Percentile	$62,447	$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): $63,553
Behavior Analyst (4-7 years): $71,539
Behavioral Health Supervisor (7+ years): $91,938
Behavioral Health Manager (7+ years): $106,424
Behavioral Health Director (7+ years): $141,184

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Intake Coordinator	2-4 years	$63,553
Behavior Analyst	4-7 years	$71,539
Behavioral Health Supervisor	7+ years	$91,938
Behavioral Health Manager	7+ years	$106,424
Behavioral Health Director	7+ years	$141,184

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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: $78,215.
California: $77,918.
Massachusetts: $76,880.

District of Columbia $78,215 California $77,918 Massachusetts $76,880 Washington $76,597 New Jersey $76,569 Alaska $76,470 Connecticut $75,495 New York $75,100

Hawaii $73,835 Rhode Island $73,242 Maryland $72,839 Minnesota $72,288 Colorado $72,076 Illinois $72,005 Oregon $71,737 Delaware $71,539

New Hampshire $71,415 Virginia $71,136 Pennsylvania $70,324 Nevada $69,914 North Dakota $69,780 Michigan $69,568 Wisconsin $69,491 Vermont $69,335

Texas $68,904 Maine $68,876 Arizona $68,834 Ohio $68,784 Georgia $68,134 Indiana $67,809 Wyoming $67,746 Utah $67,647

Iowa $67,604 Kansas $67,265 Louisiana $67,166 North Carolina $67,131 Missouri $67,117 Florida $66,841 Montana $66,693 Nebraska $66,552

Kentucky $66,474 South Carolina $66,192 Tennessee $66,015 Idaho $65,944 New Mexico $65,429 Oklahoma $65,316 Alabama $64,899 South Dakota $64,199

Arkansas $63,818 West Virginia $63,613 Mississippi $62,999

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: $74,040
Little Creek: $73,355
Magnolia: $73,658

Lincoln, DE $74,040 Little Creek, DE $73,355 Magnolia, DE $73,658 Milford, DE $74,040 Marydel, DE $73,079 Millsboro, DE $74,040 Millville, DE $74,534 Milton, DE $74,040

Nassau, DE $74,040 Ocean View, DE $74,534 Rehoboth Beach, DE $74,534 Seaford, DE $73,263 Selbyville, DE $74,534 Smyrna, DE $72,994 Viola, DE $73,658 Woodside, DE $73,446

Bear, DE $72,457 Newark, DE $72,486 Claymont, DE $72,542 Delaware City, DE $72,486 Hockessin, DE $72,542 Kirkwood, DE $72,486 Middletown, DE $72,846 Montchanin, DE $72,542

New Castle, DE $72,542 Odessa, DE $72,945 Port Penn, DE $72,288 Rockland, DE $72,542 Saint Georges, DE $72,486 Townsend, DE $72,839 Winterthur, DE $72,542 Lewes, DE $74,040

Wilmington, DE $72,542 Dover, DE $73,319 Dover Afb, DE $73,489 Bethany Beach, DE $74,534 Bethel, DE $73,263 Bridgeville, DE $74,040 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,397 Cheswold, DE $73,150

Clayton, DE $72,966 Dagsboro, DE $74,534 Delmar, DE $73,263 Ellendale, DE $74,040 Felton, DE $74,040 Fenwick Island, DE $74,534 Frankford, DE $74,534 Frederica, DE $74,040

Georgetown, DE $74,040 Greenwood, DE $74,040 Harbeson, DE $74,040 Harrington, DE $74,040 Hartly, DE $72,931 Houston, DE $74,040 Kenton, DE $72,966 Laurel, DE $73,263

Yorklyn, DE $72,542

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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$62,447

Average $71,539/year

$81,480

$5,204

Average $5,962/month

$6,790

$1,201

Average $1,376/week

$1,567

$30

Average $34/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,480	$6,790	$1,567	$39
Average	$71,539	$5,962	$1,376	$34
25th Percentile	$62,447	$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 $91,938 - a projected growth of 29% over your current level.

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