As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Behavioral Assistant in Sioux Falls, SD is $31,902, equivalent to $15 per hour, $614 weekly, or $2,659 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 Sioux Falls, SD vary widely, spanning from $27,619 to $36,196. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,660) and 75th percentile ($34,150), while top earners (90th percentile) make $36,196 per year. This $4,490 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, Sioux Falls Behavioral Assistant often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Sioux Falls currently ranks 711 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 $27,619 Sioux Falls, SD January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $29,660 Sioux Falls, SD January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $31,902 Sioux Falls, SD January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $34,150 Sioux Falls, SD January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Behavioral Assistant Salary $36,196 Sioux Falls, SD January 01, 2026
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About Sioux Falls, South Dakota    Sioux Falls (/ˌsuː ˈfɔːlz/) (Lakota: Íŋyaŋ Okábleča Otȟúŋwahe; "Stone Shatter City") is the most populous city in the U.S. state of South Dakota and t....More

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