As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Behavioral Assistant in Lawrence, MA is $37,227, equivalent to $18 per hour, $716 weekly, or $3,102 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 Lawrence, MA vary widely, spanning from $32,219 to $42,232. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,606) and 75th percentile ($39,847), while top earners (90th percentile) make $42,232 per year. This $5,241 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, Lawrence Behavioral Assistant often earn 2.7% higher than national averages. However, Lawrence currently ranks 189 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 $32,219 Lawrence, MA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $34,606 Lawrence, MA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $37,227 Lawrence, MA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $39,847 Lawrence, MA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $42,232 Lawrence, MA February 01, 2026
25% $34,606 10% $32,219 90% $42,232 75% $39,847 $37,227 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Lawrence, Massachusetts    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.4 square miles (19 km2), of which 7.0 square miles (18 km2) is land and 0....More

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

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