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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Behavior Technician in Pennsylvania is $41,010 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.
However, a Behavior Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Behavior Technician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $45,106 | $3,759 | $867 | $22 |
| Average | $41,010 | $3,417 | $789 | $20 |
| 25th Percentile | $37,001 | $3,083 | $712 | $18 |
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A Behavior Technician'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Behavior Technician'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Behavior ... Level Behavior Technician | $41,288 |
| Behaviora... Level Behavior Technician | $89,465 |
| Behaviora... Level Behavior Technician | $103,629 |
| Behaviora... Level Behavior Technician | $137,539 |
| VP of Beh... Level Behavior Technician | $170,229 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Behavior Technician 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, Behavior Technician positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Behavior Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance | $49,212 | $24.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Behavior Technician'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $45,106 | $3,759 | $867 | $22 |
| Average | $41,010 | $3,417 | $789 | $20 |
| 25th Percentile | $37,001 | $3,083 | $712 | $18 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Behavior Technician job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
Merakey
Altoona, PA
Merakey | Altoona, PA
Merakey - - Responsibilities: Provide behavioral interventions and data collection as required. Complete timely ongoing data collection and documentation. ... more
5 Days Ago
Merakey
East Pennsboro Township, PA
Merakey | East Pennsboro Township, PA
Merakey - - Responsibilities: Work one-on-one with students in school setting. Provide behavioral interventions and physical interventions as needed. Compl... more
5 Days Ago
Behavior Frontiers
Philadelphia, PA
Behavior Frontiers | Philadelphia, PA
Job Description. Job Description. Join Our Team of Exceptional Behavior Technicians (BT) - Elevate Your Career with Us. Pay Rate. $20.00-$30.00 DOE. Behavi... more
6 Days Ago
Merakey
Indiana, PA
Merakey | Indiana, PA
Merakey - - Responsibilities: Work one-on-one with autistic/emotional support students in a school setting. Conduct data collection and documentation for p... more
6 Days Ago
Adaptive Connections
Levittown, PA
Adaptive Connections | Levittown, PA
Job Description. Job Description. The Behavior Technician plays a crucial role in delivering behavioral health services by implementing treatment plans and... more
7 Days Ago
Acorn Health
Irwin, PA
Acorn Health | Irwin, PA
Behavior Technician. Fairmont, Pennsylvania, United States. Acorn Health is an Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) treatment provider dedicated to providing ... more
7 Days Ago
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