As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Behavioral Assistant in Houston, TX is $34,998, equivalent to $17 per hour, $673 weekly, or $2,917 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Behavioral Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Behavioral Assistant in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $30,301 to $39,685. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,539) and 75th percentile ($37,451), while top earners (90th percentile) make $39,685 per year. This $4,912 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, Houston Behavioral Assistant often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 360 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 $30,301 Houston, TX May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $32,539 Houston, TX May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $34,998 Houston, TX May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $37,451 Houston, TX May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $39,685 Houston, TX May 01, 2026
25% $32,539 10% $30,301 90% $39,685 75% $37,451 $34,998 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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