BCBAs in Massachusetts earn $78,612/yr. RBTs earn $44,348/yr ($21.32/hr). Here's the local picture.
$78,612/yr · Above national averageUpdated April 2026High — Boston metro is among the most expensive in the US, though western Massachusetts is more affordable
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts is $78,612 per year, well above the national median. Massachusetts was one of the first states to mandate ABA insurance coverage, creating a mature and well-compensated market.
RBTs in Massachusetts earn an average of $44,348 per year, or approximately $21.32 per hour. The Boston metro area offers the highest wages and the greatest concentration of ABA positions.
Massachusetts has high demand for BCBAs. As a leader in ABA research and practice — home to many ABA graduate programs — the state has a deep job market with numerous clinical and academic opportunities.
Higglo helps ABA practices attract top BCBAs and RBTs through marketing and growth strategy. Talk to our team about hiring in Massachusetts.
