As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Behavioral Assistant in Dover, DE is $36,478, equivalent to $18 per hour, $702 weekly, or $3,040 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 Dover, DE vary widely, spanning from $31,581 to $41,388. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,915) and 75th percentile ($39,048), while top earners (90th percentile) make $41,388 per year. This $5,133 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, Dover Behavioral Assistant often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Dover currently ranks 248 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 $31,581 Dover, DE January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $33,915 Dover, DE January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $36,478 Dover, DE January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $39,048 Dover, DE January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $41,388 Dover, DE January 01, 2026
25% $33,915 10% $31,581 90% $41,388 75% $39,048 $36,478 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Dover, Delaware    Dover (/ˈdoʊvər/) is the capital and second-largest city in the U.S. state of Delaware. It is also the county seat of Kent County, and the principal c....More

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