As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Behavior Consultant in the US is $76,171, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,465 weekly, or $6,348 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Behavior Consultant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Behavior Consultant in the US vary widely, spanning from $57,672 to $96,358. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,488) and 75th percentile ($86,738), while top earners (90th percentile) make $96,358 per year. This $20,250 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Programming, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Behavior Consultant often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Behavior Consultant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Behavior Consultant Salary $57,672 US November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Behavior Consultant Salary $66,488 US November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Behavior Consultant Salary $76,171 US November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Behavior Consultant Salary $86,738 US November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Behavior Consultant Salary $96,358 US November 01, 2026
25% $66,488 10% $57,672 90% $96,358 75% $86,738 $76,171 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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