As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Behavioral Assistant in Fresno, CA is $35,213, equivalent to $17 per hour, $677 weekly, or $2,934 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 Fresno, CA vary widely, spanning from $30,477 to $39,948. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,734) and 75th percentile ($37,691), while top earners (90th percentile) make $39,948 per year. This $4,957 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, Fresno Behavioral Assistant often earn 9.2% higher than national averages. However, Fresno currently ranks 336 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 $30,477 Fresno, CA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $32,734 Fresno, CA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $35,213 Fresno, CA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $37,691 Fresno, CA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $39,948 Fresno, CA February 01, 2026
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About Fresno, California    Fresno (/ˈfrɛznoʊ/ FREZ-noh; Spanish for "ash tree") is a city in California, United States, and the county seat of Fresno County. It covers about 112....More

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