What are the main factors that influence a Behavior Support Specialist'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 Support Specialist's salary?

A Behavior Support Specialist's salary grows with experience: an Intake Coordinator (2-4 years)earns $63,053, a Behavior Support Specialist (4-7 years)earns $70,928, a Behavioral Health Supervisor (7+ years)earns $91,189, a Behavioral Health Manager (7+ years)earns $105,606, a Behavioral Health Director (7+ years)earns $140,145,

What are the highest paying states for a Behavior Support Specialist?

Behavior Support Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Behavior Support Specialist roles are District of Columbia $78,596, California $78,298, Massachusetts $77,255. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Behavior Support Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Behavior Support Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Licensed Behavior Specialist: $297,777; Autism Behavior Support: $71,744; Behavior Intervention Specialist: $71,130; Behavior Analyst: $70,635; Learning Behavior Specialist: $70,388.

Behavior Support Specialist Salary in Nevada

How much does a Behavior Support Specialist make in Nevada?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Behavior Support Specialist in Nevada is $70,255 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,795
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,567 to $79,436
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,747

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Behavior Support Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,436	$6,620	$1,528	$38
Average	$70,255	$5,855	$1,351	$34
25th Percentile	$60,567	$5,047	$1,165	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Behavior Support Specialist Salaries

A Behavior Support Specialist'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 Support Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Behavior Support Specialist'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): $63,053
Early Career (1-2 years): $70,928
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,189
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $105,606
Expert (over 8 years): $140,145

Levels	Salary
Intake Co... Level Behavior Support Specialist	$63,053
Behavior ... Level Behavior Support Specialist	$70,928
Behaviora... Level Behavior Support Specialist	$91,189
Behaviora... Level Behavior Support Specialist	$105,606
Behaviora... Level Behavior Support Specialist	$140,145

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How Do Behavior Support Specialist 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 Support Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $78,596.
California: $78,298.
Massachusetts: $77,255.

District of Columbia $78,596 California $78,298 Massachusetts $77,255 Washington $76,971 New Jersey $76,942 Alaska $76,843 Connecticut $75,863 New York $75,466

Hawaii $74,195 Rhode Island $73,599 Maryland $73,194 Minnesota $72,640 Colorado $72,428 Illinois $72,357 Oregon $72,087 Delaware $71,888

New Hampshire $71,763 Virginia $71,483 Pennsylvania $70,667 Nevada $70,255 North Dakota $70,120 Michigan $69,908 Wisconsin $69,829 Vermont $69,673

Texas $69,240 Maine $69,212 Arizona $69,169 Ohio $69,120 Georgia $68,466 Indiana $68,140 Wyoming $68,076 Utah $67,977

Iowa $67,934 Kansas $67,593 Louisiana $67,494 North Carolina $67,458 Missouri $67,444 Florida $67,167 Montana $67,018 Nebraska $66,876

Kentucky $66,798 South Carolina $66,514 Tennessee $66,337 Idaho $66,266 New Mexico $65,748 Oklahoma $65,634 Alabama $65,215 South Dakota $64,513

Arkansas $64,129 West Virginia $63,923 Mississippi $63,306

Top Paying Cities for Behavior Support Specialists

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:

The Lakes: $68,978
Alamo: $70,984
Henderson: $68,992

The Lakes, NV $68,978 Alamo, NV $70,984 Henderson, NV $68,992 Beatty, NV $71,065 Blue Diamond, NV $69,072 Boulder City, NV $69,159 Bunkerville, NV $70,610 Caliente, NV $70,759

Dyer, NV $71,004 Goldfield, NV $70,971 Hiko, NV $70,831 Indian Springs, NV $69,946 Jean, NV $69,607 Amargosa Valley, NV $71,048 Logandale, NV $70,539 Manhattan, NV $71,094

Mercury, NV $70,845 Mesquite, NV $71,019 Moapa, NV $69,981 Laughlin, NV $70,736 North Las Vegas, NV $68,978 Coyote Springs, NV $70,468 Cal Nev Ari, NV $70,436 Overton, NV $69,786

Pahrump, NV $70,563 Panaca, NV $70,685 Pioche, NV $70,695 Round Mountain, NV $70,999 Searchlight, NV $70,106 Silverpeak, NV $71,219 Tonopah, NV $70,996 Sloan, NV $69,017

Las Vegas, NV $68,978 Nellis Afb, NV $68,978 Ely, NV $70,979 Austin, NV $70,937 Baker, NV $70,676 Duckwater, NV $71,035 Eureka, NV $70,977 Lund, NV $70,973

Mc Gill, NV $71,075 Ruth, NV $71,231 Crystal Bay, NV $71,911 Dayton, NV $71,012 Denio, NV $70,806 Empire, NV $70,986 Fallon, NV $71,109 Fernley, NV $71,160

Gabbs, NV $71,000 Gardnerville, NV $71,172 Genoa, NV $71,048 Gerlach, NV $71,017 Glenbrook, NV $71,118 Golconda, NV $70,966 Hawthorne, NV $71,116 Imlay, NV $71,013

Lovelock, NV $71,108 Luning, NV $71,128 Mc Dermitt, NV $70,768 Mina, NV $70,985 Minden, NV $70,992 Nixon, NV $71,012 Orovada, NV $70,861 Paradise Valley, NV $70,950

Schurz, NV $71,043 Silver City, NV $70,887 Silver Springs, NV $71,140 Smith, NV $71,097 Sparks, NV $71,129 Sun Valley, NV $71,132 Valmy, NV $71,099 Verdi, NV $71,244

Virginia City, NV $70,926 Wadsworth, NV $71,101 Wellington, NV $71,106 Winnemucca, NV $71,053 Yerington, NV $71,082 Zephyr Cove, NV $71,190 Stateline, NV $71,219 Incline Village, NV $71,324

Reno, NV $71,128 Carson City, NV $70,816 Washoe Valley, NV $70,871 Elko, NV $71,132 Spring Creek, NV $71,134 Battle Mountain, NV $71,036 Crescent Valley, NV $71,010 Carlin, NV $71,089

Deeth, NV $70,984 Halleck, NV $70,984 Jackpot, NV $70,404 Jarbidge, NV $70,561 Lamoille, NV $71,026 Montello, NV $70,559 Mountain City, NV $70,762 Owyhee, NV $70,572

Ruby Valley, NV $70,956 Tuscarora, NV $70,903 Wells, NV $70,897 West Wendover, NV $70,960

Behavior Support Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Behavior Support Specialist'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 June 01, 2026

$60,567

Average $70,255/year

$79,436

$5,047

Average $5,855/month

$6,620

$1,165

Average $1,351/week

$1,528

$29

Average $34/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,436	$6,620	$1,528	$38
Average	$70,255	$5,855	$1,351	$34
25th Percentile	$60,567	$5,047	$1,165	$29

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