As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Behavioral Assistant in Augusta, GA is $32,521, equivalent to $16 per hour, $625 weekly, or $2,710 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Behavioral Assistant in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Behavioral Assistant in Augusta, GA vary widely, spanning from $28,147 to $36,894. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,231) and 75th percentile ($34,810), while top earners (90th percentile) make $36,894 per year. This $4,579 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, Augusta Behavioral Assistant often earn 4.1% lower than national averages. However, Augusta currently ranks 664 statewide for Behavioral Assistant 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 Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $28,147 Augusta, GA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $30,231 Augusta, GA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $32,521 Augusta, GA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $34,810 Augusta, GA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $36,894 Augusta, GA February 01, 2026
25% $30,231 10% $28,147 90% $36,894 75% $34,810 $32,521 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Augusta, Georgia    Augusta is located on the Georgia/South Carolina border, about 150 miles (240 km) east of Atlanta and 70 miles (110 km) west of Columbia. The city is ....More

Augusta, Georgia  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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