As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Behavioral Assistant in Monroe, LA is $31,274, equivalent to $15 per hour, $601 weekly, or $2,606 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 Monroe, LA vary widely, spanning from $27,067 to $35,479. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,072) and 75th percentile ($33,475), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,479 per year. This $4,403 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, Monroe Behavioral Assistant often earn 6.4% lower than national averages. However, Monroe currently ranks 757 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 $27,067 Monroe, LA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $29,072 Monroe, LA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $31,274 Monroe, LA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $33,475 Monroe, LA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $35,479 Monroe, LA February 01, 2026
25% $29,072 10% $27,067 90% $35,479 75% $33,475 $31,274 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Monroe, Louisiana    Monroe (historically French: Poste-du-Ouachita) is the eighth-largest city in the U.S. state of Louisiana. It is the parish seat of Ouachita Parish. I....More

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