Associate Behavior Educator Salary in the United States

How much does an Associate Behavior Educator make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Behavior Educator in the United States is $38,638 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, an Associate Behavior Educator's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,675
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,684 to $43,368
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,996

Key Factors That Influence Associate Behavior Educator Salaries

An Associate Behavior Educator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Associate Behavior Educator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Behavior Educator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $37,652
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $46,090
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,118
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,307
  • Expert (over 8 years): $84,649
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Associate Behavior Educator less than 1 year $37,652
Inventory Control Clerk II 1-2 years $46,090
Inventory Control Clerk III 2-4 years $53,118
Inventory Control Supervisor 5-8 years $76,307
Inventory Control Senior Supervisor over 8 years $84,649

Top Paying Cities for Associate Behavior Educator

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $48,734
  • San Francisco: $48,200
  • Oakland: $47,184

Associate Behavior Educator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Behavior Educator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 61% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Associate Behavior Educator positions in Energy & Utilities or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate Behavior Educator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate Behavior Educator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $50,229 $24.0 30%
Software & Networking $49,070 $24.0 27%
Aerospace & Defense $48,297 $23.0 25%
Pharmaceuticals $47,138 $23.0 22%
Business Services $46,365 $22.0 20%

How Education impacts an Associate Behavior Educator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Associate Behavior Educator professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Associate Behavior Educator with a high school is between $38,852 and $41,397.

Associate Behavior Educator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Associate Behavior Educator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.7%
High School 58.3%
Associate's Degree 15.3%
Bachelor's Degree 22.9%
Master's Degree or MBA 2.8%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Associate Behavior Educator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Behavior Educator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$35,684
Average $38,638/year
$43,368
$2,974
Average $3,220/month
$3,614
$686
Average $743/week
$834
$17
Average $19/hour
$21
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $43,368 $3,614 $834 $21
Average $38,638 $3,220 $743 $19
25th Percentile $35,684 $2,974 $686 $17

Most common benefits for Associate Behavior Educator

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Associate Behavior Educator

Here are companies hiring for Associate Behavior Educator and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Associate Behavior Educator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Associate Behavior Educator?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Associate Behavior Educator roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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