BCBAs in Connecticut earn $77,062/yr. RBTs earn $45,739/yr ($21.99/hr). Here's the local picture.
$77,062/yr · Above national averageUpdated April 2026High — proximity to New York City and affluent Fairfield County push costs well above national averages
Connecticut has high demand for ABA professionals. Growing autism diagnosis rates, expanding insurance mandates, and population growth drive consistent hiring across the state.
The average BCBA salary in Connecticut is $77,062 per year, well above the national median. Connecticut's high cost of living and proximity to the NYC metro drive premium salaries for behavior analysts.
RBTs in Connecticut earn an average of $45,739 per year, or approximately $21.99 per hour — among the highest RBT wages nationally. Fairfield County and the Hartford area offer the most competitive pay.
Connecticut has high demand for BCBAs. The state's strong insurance mandates and well-funded special education system create robust employment opportunities for certified behavior analysts.
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