As of 2014, the average Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapist brought home just shy of $70,580 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Behavior analyst’s salaries vary depending on such factors as level of BCBA certification, geographic location, industry, etc..
Salary (annual): $19.68 – $56.23
Min. Education: Behavior analysis training programs are available as both undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Some behavior analysts choose to complete an undergraduate program in a related field, such as psychology or education, before earning a master’s degree in behavior analysis. These programs often include coursework in behavioral assessment, research methods, interventions, ethics in psychology, and behavioral consultations.
Job Outlook 2014-24: 16% (Much faster than average)
Related Careers: Social and Community Service Managers, Psychologists, Health Educators and Community Health Workers
| State | Salary (hourly) |
| 1. District of Columbia | $43.60 |
| 2. New Jersey | $43.52 |
| 3. Connecticut | $42.90 |
| 4. New York | $41.74 |
| 5. California | $41.50 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Data extracted on November 25, 2016