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Behavior technician salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Behavior Technician make in the United States?

Average base salary

$21.46
Average $21.46
Low $16.40
High $28.09

The average salary for a behavior technician is $21.46 per hour in the United States. 119.3k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 20, 2026).

Behavior Technician job openings in United States

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Behavior Technician / Behavior...
The Behavior Lab3.8out of 5 stars.
Apple Valley, CA
$19 - $25 an hour
Part-time
6 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Behavior Technician in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
GHR Healthcare
 
$307,532per year
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Telnet
 
$120,640per year
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Tutor Me Education
 
$117,867per year
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Autohaus on Edens
 
$112,500per year
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SkyBridge Resources
 
$112,320per year
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National Care Advisors
 
$105,040per year
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Highest paying cities for Behavior Technicians near United States

  1. Fremont, CA
    $25.42 per hour
  2. Los Angeles, CA
    $23.40 per hour
  3. Colorado Springs, CO
    $22.84 per hour
  4. San Diego, CA
    $22.84 per hour
  5. Scottsdale, AZ
    $21.29 per hour

Where can a Behavior Technician earn more?

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How much do similar professions as Behavior Technician get paid in United States?

Entry Level Behavior Technician

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Average $46,305 per year