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After graduation, behavioral science graduates typically earn high salaries compared to the national average. Top earners make $71,246, while the bottom 20% make closer to $29,270. The median grad salary is $45,666.
Behavioral Science graduate salaries over time
The typical early career salary for someone with a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science is $30,375, and within five years of graduation, this average salary goes up to $41,789.
This chart maps the average workforce wage by years of experience:
Wage ($USD)
Wage Range Median Wage
Years of work experience
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