What are the main factors that influence a Behavioral Health Assistant's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Behavioral Health Assistant?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Behavioral Health Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Behavioral Health Assistant's salary?

A Behavioral Health Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Behavioral Health Assistant (2-4 years)earns $79,589, a Case Manager - Behavioral Health Services, Sr. (4-7 years)earns $90,464, a Behavioral Health Case Management Manager (7+ years)earns $93,925,

What are the highest paying states for a Behavioral Health Assistant?

Behavioral Health Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Behavioral Health Assistant roles are District of Columbia $87,756, California $87,423, Massachusetts $86,258. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Behavioral Health Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Behavioral Health Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Director, Clinical Behavioral Health: $371,820; VP of Behavioral Health: $172,813; Behavioral Health Director: $139,627; Director Of Behavioral Health: $139,442; Behavioral Health Manager: $105,202.

Behavioral Health Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Behavioral Health Assistant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Behavioral Health Assistant in Delaware is $80,266 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,839
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,772 to $89,464
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,040

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Behavioral Health Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,464	$7,455	$1,720	$43
Average	$80,266	$6,689	$1,544	$39
25th Percentile	$71,772	$5,981	$1,380	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Behavioral Health Assistant Salaries

A Behavioral Health Assistant'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 Do Behavioral Health Assistant 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 Behavioral Health Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,756.
California: $87,423.
Massachusetts: $86,258.

District of Columbia $87,756 California $87,423 Massachusetts $86,258 Washington $85,941 New Jersey $85,909 Alaska $85,798 Connecticut $84,704 New York $84,260

Hawaii $82,842 Rhode Island $82,176 Maryland $81,724 Minnesota $81,106 Colorado $80,868 Illinois $80,789 Oregon $80,488 Delaware $80,266

New Hampshire $80,126 Virginia $79,814 Pennsylvania $78,903 Nevada $78,443 North Dakota $78,292 Michigan $78,054 Wisconsin $77,967 Vermont $77,793

Texas $77,309 Maine $77,278 Arizona $77,230 Ohio $77,175 Georgia $76,445 Indiana $76,081 Wyoming $76,010 Utah $75,899

Iowa $75,851 Kansas $75,471 Louisiana $75,360 North Carolina $75,320 Missouri $75,304 Florida $74,995 Montana $74,829 Nebraska $74,670

Kentucky $74,583 South Carolina $74,266 Tennessee $74,068 Idaho $73,988 New Mexico $73,410 Oklahoma $73,283 Alabama $72,815 South Dakota $72,031

Arkansas $71,603 West Virginia $71,373 Mississippi $70,683

Top Paying Cities for Behavioral Health Assistants

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: $79,904
Little Creek: $80,489
Magnolia: $80,374

Lincoln, DE $79,904 Little Creek, DE $80,489 Magnolia, DE $80,374 Milford, DE $80,107 Marydel, DE $80,239 Millsboro, DE $79,569 Millville, DE $79,692 Milton, DE $79,830

Nassau, DE $79,888 Ocean View, DE $79,678 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,831 Seaford, DE $79,877 Selbyville, DE $79,546 Smyrna, DE $80,545 Viola, DE $80,174 Woodside, DE $80,389

Bear, DE $80,204 Newark, DE $80,174 Claymont, DE $80,338 Delaware City, DE $80,254 Hockessin, DE $80,167 Kirkwood, DE $80,239 Middletown, DE $80,270 Montchanin, DE $80,185

New Castle, DE $80,197 Odessa, DE $80,309 Port Penn, DE $80,363 Rockland, DE $80,193 Saint Georges, DE $80,244 Townsend, DE $80,368 Winterthur, DE $80,202 Lewes, DE $79,861

Wilmington, DE $80,171 Dover, DE $80,489 Dover Afb, DE $80,065 Bethany Beach, DE $79,594 Bethel, DE $79,677 Bridgeville, DE $79,865 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,263 Cheswold, DE $80,463

Clayton, DE $80,466 Dagsboro, DE $79,539 Delmar, DE $79,411 Ellendale, DE $79,652 Felton, DE $80,101 Fenwick Island, DE $79,556 Frankford, DE $79,418 Frederica, DE $80,180

Georgetown, DE $79,509 Greenwood, DE $79,877 Harbeson, DE $79,594 Harrington, DE $79,999 Hartly, DE $80,248 Houston, DE $79,885 Kenton, DE $80,469 Laurel, DE $79,461

Yorklyn, DE $80,190

Behavioral Health Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Behavioral Health Assistant 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, Behavioral Health Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Behavioral Health Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Behavioral Health Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Insurance	$96,319	$46.0	20%

Behavioral Health Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Behavioral Health Assistant'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 August 01, 2026

$71,772

Average $80,266/year

$89,464

$5,981

Average $6,689/month

$7,455

$1,380

Average $1,544/week

$1,720

$35

Average $39/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,464	$7,455	$1,720	$43
Average	$80,266	$6,689	$1,544	$39
25th Percentile	$71,772	$5,981	$1,380	$35

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