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Behavioral specialist salary in Atlanta, GA, 2026

How much does a Behavioral Specialist make in Atlanta, GA?

Average base salary

$22.33
6%
below national average
Average $22.33
Low $17.00
High $29.33

The average salary for a behavioral specialist is $22.33 per hour in Atlanta, GA. 19 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated May 18, 2026).

Behavioral Specialist job openings in Atlanta, GA

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Instructional Support Teacher,...
Fulton County Schools3.6out of 5 stars.
Atlanta, GA
2 weeks ago

Highest paying companies for Behavioral Specialist in Atlanta, GA

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Epic Travel Staffing
 
$249,652per year
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Guideline Healthcare
 
$117,500per year
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CAREER STAFFING
 
$111,155per year
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Cross Country
 
$106,860per year
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Dynamic Service Solutions
 
$86,320per year
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Georgia Department of Human Se...
 
$66,644per year
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Highest paying cities for Behavioral Specialists near Atlanta, GA

  1. Stockbridge, GA
    $26.43 per hour
  2. Stone Mountain, GA
    $26.41 per hour
  3. Augusta, GA
    $25.88 per hour
  4. Douglasville, GA
    $24.65 per hour
  5. Atlanta, GA
    $22.33 per hour

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