BCBAs in Florida earn $56,853/yr. RBTs earn $36,020/yr ($17.32/hr). Here's the local picture.
$56,853/yr · Below national averageUpdated April 2026Moderate — no state income tax helps offset costs, though Miami and South Florida metros are increasingly expensive
Florida 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 Florida is $56,853 per year, below the national median. However, Florida has no state income tax, which effectively increases take-home pay. South Florida and Tampa tend to offer higher salaries.
RBTs in Florida earn an average of $36,020 per year, or approximately $17.32 per hour. Miami-Dade, Broward, and the Tampa Bay area have the highest concentration of RBT positions.
Florida has very high demand for BCBAs. As the third-most populous state with a rapidly growing population, Florida consistently ranks among the top states for ABA therapy job openings.
Higglo helps ABA practices attract top BCBAs and RBTs through marketing and growth strategy. Talk to our team about hiring in Florida.
