As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Behavioral Aide in Worcester, MA is $34,403, equivalent to $17 per hour, $662 weekly, or $2,867 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Behavioral Aide in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Behavioral Aide in Worcester, MA vary widely, spanning from $29,774 to $39,007. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,980) and 75th percentile ($36,813), while top earners (90th percentile) make $39,007 per year. This $4,833 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Medication Administration, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Worcester Behavioral Aide often earn 3.7% higher than national averages. However, Worcester currently ranks 210 statewide for Behavioral Aide job salary. 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
Behavioral Aide Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Behavioral Aide Salary $29,774 Worcester, MA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Behavioral Aide Salary $31,980 Worcester, MA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Behavioral Aide Salary $34,403 Worcester, MA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Behavioral Aide Salary $36,813 Worcester, MA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Behavioral Aide Salary $39,007 Worcester, MA November 01, 2026
25% $31,980 10% $29,774 90% $39,007 75% $36,813 $34,403 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Worcester, Massachusetts    Worcester has a total area of 38.6 square miles (100 km2), 37.6 square miles (97 km2) of land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km2) (roughly 2.59%) of water. ....More

Worcester, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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