What are the main factors that influence a Bcba's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Bcba?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Bcba roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Bcba's salary?

A Bcba's salary grows with experience: an Intake Coordinator (2-4 years)earns $61,873, a Bcba (4-7 years)earns $69,592, a Behavioral Health Supervisor (7+ years)earns $89,478, a Behavioral Health Manager (7+ years)earns $103,634, a Behavioral Health Director (7+ years)earns $137,538,

What are the highest paying states for a Bcba?

Bcba salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Bcba roles are District of Columbia $73,921, California $73,641, Massachusetts $72,659. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Bcba roles make?

Salaries for Bcba level roles vary by specialization: BCBA Clinical Director: $142,223; BCBA Program Supervisor: $119,515; ABA Supervisor BCBA: $91,352; Bcba Supervisor: $87,367; Supervising Clinician BCBA: $81,820.

Bcba Salary in Delaware

How much does a Bcba make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bcba in Delaware is $67,612 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, a Bcba's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,866
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,111 to $76,644
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,460

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Bcba Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,644	$6,387	$1,474	$37
Average	$67,612	$5,634	$1,300	$33
25th Percentile	$58,111	$4,843	$1,118	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Bcba Salaries

A Bcba'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Bcba Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Bcba'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): $61,873
Early Career (1-2 years): $69,592
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,478
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $103,634
Expert (over 8 years): $137,538

Levels	Salary
Intake Co... Level Bcba	$61,873
Bcba Level Bcba	$69,592
Behaviora... Level Bcba	$89,478
Behaviora... Level Bcba	$103,634
Behaviora... Level Bcba	$137,538

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How Do Bcba Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Bcbas. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $73,921.
California: $73,641.
Massachusetts: $72,659.

District of Columbia $73,921 California $73,641 Massachusetts $72,659 Washington $72,392 New Jersey $72,366 Alaska $72,272 Connecticut $71,351 New York $70,977

Hawaii $69,782 Rhode Island $69,221 Maryland $68,841 Minnesota $68,320 Colorado $68,120 Illinois $68,053 Oregon $67,799 Delaware $67,612

New Hampshire $67,495 Virginia $67,232 Pennsylvania $66,464 Nevada $66,077 North Dakota $65,950 Michigan $65,749 Wisconsin $65,676 Vermont $65,529

Texas $65,122 Maine $65,095 Arizona $65,055 Ohio $65,008 Georgia $64,394 Indiana $64,087 Wyoming $64,027 Utah $63,933

Iowa $63,893 Kansas $63,573 Louisiana $63,479 North Carolina $63,446 Missouri $63,433 Florida $63,172 Montana $63,032 Nebraska $62,899

Kentucky $62,825 South Carolina $62,558 Tennessee $62,391 Idaho $62,324 New Mexico $61,837 Oklahoma $61,730 Alabama $61,336 South Dakota $60,675

Arkansas $60,315 West Virginia $60,121 Mississippi $59,540

Top Paying Cities for Bcbas

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:

Lincoln: $67,308
Little Creek: $67,800
Magnolia: $67,703

Lincoln, DE $67,308 Little Creek, DE $67,800 Magnolia, DE $67,703 Milford, DE $67,479 Marydel, DE $67,589 Millsboro, DE $67,025 Millville, DE $67,129 Milton, DE $67,245

Nassau, DE $67,294 Ocean View, DE $67,117 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,246 Seaford, DE $67,284 Selbyville, DE $67,006 Smyrna, DE $67,847 Viola, DE $67,535 Woodside, DE $67,716

Bear, DE $67,560 Newark, DE $67,535 Claymont, DE $67,673 Delaware City, DE $67,602 Hockessin, DE $67,529 Kirkwood, DE $67,589 Middletown, DE $67,615 Montchanin, DE $67,544

New Castle, DE $67,554 Odessa, DE $67,649 Port Penn, DE $67,694 Rockland, DE $67,551 Saint Georges, DE $67,594 Townsend, DE $67,698 Winterthur, DE $67,559 Lewes, DE $67,271

Wilmington, DE $67,532 Dover, DE $67,800 Dover Afb, DE $67,443 Bethany Beach, DE $67,047 Bethel, DE $67,116 Bridgeville, DE $67,274 Camden Wyoming, DE $67,609 Cheswold, DE $67,778

Clayton, DE $67,780 Dagsboro, DE $67,000 Delmar, DE $66,892 Ellendale, DE $67,095 Felton, DE $67,473 Fenwick Island, DE $67,015 Frankford, DE $66,898 Frederica, DE $67,540

Georgetown, DE $66,975 Greenwood, DE $67,285 Harbeson, DE $67,046 Harrington, DE $67,388 Hartly, DE $67,597 Houston, DE $67,292 Kenton, DE $67,784 Laurel, DE $66,934

Yorklyn, DE $67,549

Bcba Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Bcba roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Insurance, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Bcba positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Bcba as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Bcba

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Insurance	$81,135	$39.0	20%

Bcba Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Bcba'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$58,111

Average $67,612/year

$76,644

$4,843

Average $5,634/month

$6,387

$1,118

Average $1,300/week

$1,474

$28

Average $33/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,644	$6,387	$1,474	$37
Average	$67,612	$5,634	$1,300	$33
25th Percentile	$58,111	$4,843	$1,118	$28

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