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

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

How does experience change A Behaviorist's salary?

A Behaviorist's salary grows with experience: an Intake Coordinator (2-4 years)earns $64,659, a Behaviorist (4-7 years)earns $72,725, a Behavioral Health Supervisor (7+ years)earns $93,506, a Behavioral Health Manager (7+ years)earns $108,300, a Behavioral Health Director (7+ years)earns $143,730,

What are the highest paying states for a Behaviorist?

Behaviorist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Behaviorist roles are District of Columbia $77,249, California $76,956, Massachusetts $75,931. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Behaviorist roles make?

Salaries for Behaviorist level roles vary by specialization: ABA Behaviorist: $59,501; Dog Behaviorist: $55,355; Animal Behaviorist: $29,596.

Behaviorist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Behaviorist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Behaviorist in Delaware is $70,656 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,687
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,727 to $80,094
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,687

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Behaviorist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,094	$6,675	$1,540	$39
Average	$70,656	$5,888	$1,359	$34
25th Percentile	$60,727	$5,061	$1,168	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Behaviorist Salaries

A Behaviorist'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 Behaviorist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Behaviorist'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): $64,659
Early Career (1-2 years): $72,725
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,506
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $108,300
Expert (over 8 years): $143,730

Levels	Salary
Intake Co... Level Behaviorist	$64,659
Behaviori... Level Behaviorist	$72,725
Behaviora... Level Behaviorist	$93,506
Behaviora... Level Behaviorist	$108,300
Behaviora... Level Behaviorist	$143,730

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How Do Behaviorist 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 Behaviorists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $77,249.
California: $76,956.
Massachusetts: $75,931.

District of Columbia $77,249 California $76,956 Massachusetts $75,931 Washington $75,652 New Jersey $75,624 Alaska $75,526 Connecticut $74,563 New York $74,172

Hawaii $72,923 Rhode Island $72,337 Maryland $71,940 Minnesota $71,396 Colorado $71,186 Illinois $71,116 Oregon $70,851 Delaware $70,656

New Hampshire $70,533 Virginia $70,258 Pennsylvania $69,456 Nevada $69,051 North Dakota $68,919 Michigan $68,709 Wisconsin $68,633 Vermont $68,479

Texas $68,054 Maine $68,026 Arizona $67,984 Ohio $67,935 Georgia $67,293 Indiana $66,972 Wyoming $66,909 Utah $66,812

Iowa $66,770 Kansas $66,435 Louisiana $66,337 North Carolina $66,302 Missouri $66,288 Florida $66,016 Montana $65,870 Nebraska $65,730

Kentucky $65,653 South Carolina $65,374 Tennessee $65,200 Idaho $65,130 New Mexico $64,621 Oklahoma $64,509 Alabama $64,098 South Dakota $63,407

Arkansas $63,030 West Virginia $62,828 Mississippi $62,221

Top Paying Cities for Behaviorists

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: $70,338
Little Creek: $70,853
Magnolia: $70,751

Lincoln, DE $70,338 Little Creek, DE $70,853 Magnolia, DE $70,751 Milford, DE $70,516 Marydel, DE $70,632 Millsboro, DE $70,043 Millville, DE $70,151 Milton, DE $70,272

Nassau, DE $70,323 Ocean View, DE $70,139 Rehoboth Beach, DE $70,274 Seaford, DE $70,313 Selbyville, DE $70,022 Smyrna, DE $70,902 Viola, DE $70,575 Woodside, DE $70,765

Bear, DE $70,602 Newark, DE $70,575 Claymont, DE $70,719 Delaware City, DE $70,646 Hockessin, DE $70,569 Kirkwood, DE $70,632 Middletown, DE $70,659 Montchanin, DE $70,585

New Castle, DE $70,595 Odessa, DE $70,694 Port Penn, DE $70,742 Rockland, DE $70,592 Saint Georges, DE $70,637 Townsend, DE $70,746 Winterthur, DE $70,600 Lewes, DE $70,299

Wilmington, DE $70,572 Dover, DE $70,853 Dover Afb, DE $70,479 Bethany Beach, DE $70,065 Bethel, DE $70,138 Bridgeville, DE $70,303 Camden Wyoming, DE $70,653 Cheswold, DE $70,830

Clayton, DE $70,832 Dagsboro, DE $70,016 Delmar, DE $69,904 Ellendale, DE $70,116 Felton, DE $70,511 Fenwick Island, DE $70,032 Frankford, DE $69,909 Frederica, DE $70,581

Georgetown, DE $69,990 Greenwood, DE $70,314 Harbeson, DE $70,064 Harrington, DE $70,422 Hartly, DE $70,641 Houston, DE $70,321 Kenton, DE $70,835 Laurel, DE $69,948

Yorklyn, DE $70,590

Behaviorist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Behaviorist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Insurance, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Behaviorist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Behaviorist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Behaviorist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Insurance	$84,787	$41.0	20%

Behaviorist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Behaviorist'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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$60,727

Average $70,656/year

$80,094

$5,061

Average $5,888/month

$6,675

$1,168

Average $1,359/week

$1,540

$29

Average $34/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,094	$6,675	$1,540	$39
Average	$70,656	$5,888	$1,359	$34
25th Percentile	$60,727	$5,061	$1,168	$29

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