As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Behavioral Assistant in Pierre, SD is $29,610, equivalent to $14 per hour, $569 weekly, or $2,468 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 Pierre, SD vary widely, spanning from $25,636 to $33,596. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($27,530) and 75th percentile ($31,697), while top earners (90th percentile) make $33,596 per year. This $4,167 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, Pierre Behavioral Assistant often earn 7.3% lower than national averages. However, Pierre currently ranks 807 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 $25,636 Pierre, SD January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $27,530 Pierre, SD January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $29,610 Pierre, SD January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $31,697 Pierre, SD January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $33,596 Pierre, SD January 01, 2026
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About Pierre, South Dakota    Pierre (/pɪər/; Lakota: čhúŋkaške, "fort") is the capital of the U.S. state of South Dakota and the seat of Hughes County. The population was 13,646 a....More

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