ABA Therapy Cost in Houston

ABA therapy in Houston costs $105–$170 per hour, close to the national average. For 20 hours per week, monthly costs run $8,500–$14,000 without insurance. Texas's uncapped insurance mandate means most commercially insured families pay only their plan's copay.

Yes. Texas law (Insurance Code § 1355.015) requires insurers to cover ABA therapy with no annual dollar cap and no age limit. This is one of the strongest mandates in the US. Note: self-funded employer plans under ERISA are exempt from state mandates.

Yes. Texas Medicaid covers ABA through the STAR Health program (for children in foster care) and the STAR Kids program (for children with disabilities). Families must obtain a qualifying autism diagnosis and prior authorization from their managed care plan.

Houston ABA rates ($105–$170/hr) are consistent with Dallas ($110–$170/hr) and Austin ($110–$175/hr). San Antonio tends to run slightly lower ($105–$165/hr). All Texas cities benefit from the same uncapped state insurance mandate.