BCBAs in Ohio earn $73,368/yr. RBTs earn $34,699/yr ($16.68/hr). Here's the local picture.
$73,368/yr · Above national averageUpdated April 2026Low — Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are among the most affordable major metros in the US
Ohio 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 Ohio is $73,368 per year, above the national median. Ohio's low cost of living makes this one of the best states for BCBA purchasing power. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati all have active job markets.
RBTs in Ohio earn an average of $34,699 per year, or approximately $16.68 per hour. The state's three major metros (Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati) offer the most positions.
Ohio has high demand for BCBAs. Strong insurance mandates (no annual cap), a large population, and multiple major metros make Ohio one of the Midwest's top ABA job markets.
Higglo helps ABA practices attract top BCBAs and RBTs through marketing and growth strategy. Talk to our team about hiring in Ohio.
