Average Behavioral Health Technician Salary

$24.42/hour

The average salary for a Behavioral Health Technician is $24.42 per hour. This is 67% lower than the practicing US average of $40.77.

Last updated on November 20, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Behavioral Health Technician compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages

$24.42/hour

67% lower than the practicing US average.

$40.77/hour

United States

Where do Behavioral Health Technicians get paid the most?
StateAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Colorado$46$58
Arizona$31$41
Massachusetts$28$38
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Technician jobs?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Mass General Brigham$29$30
Atrium Health Charlotte$29$29
Soar Autism Center$23$23
BJC HealthCare$23$23
Detroit Medical Center$20$20

Last updated on November 20, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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Behavioral Health Technician FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Behavioral Health Technician?

Earning your Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technicians (NCPT-AAPT) often increases your salary potential as a behavioral health technician or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technicians (NCPT-AAPT) boost my salary as a Behavioral Health Technician?

Yes, having a Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technicians (NCPT-AAPT) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a behavioral health technician.

Where can I learn more about working as a Behavioral Health Tech?

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