ABA Therapy costs, by state and province

Typical costs for aba therapy per hour. Board-certified analyst rates and session frequency drive the cost. Open a market below for a local estimate.

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a structured intervention for autism spectrum disorder. In the US, hourly rates range from $50 to $150 for a certified behavior technician (RBT) and $100–$200 for a board-certified analyst (BCBA). Canadian ABA rates average CAD 60–CAD 120 per hour.

Hourly Rates by Provider Type

A registered behavior technician (RBT) typically charges $50–$80 per hour in the US. A BCBA (supervisor) costs $120–$200 per hour. In Canada, private ABA sessions run CAD 60–CAD 100 per hour for technicians and CAD 100–CAD 150 per hour for analysts.

Weekly and Monthly Costs

Intensive ABA (20–40 hours per week) at $60/hour results in $4,800–$9,600 per month. A less intensive program of 10–15 hours costs $2,400–$3,600 monthly. Many families start with 10–15 hours and adjust based on progress.

Insurance and Funding Options

Many US states mandate insurance coverage for ABA through private plans or Medicaid, often with annual caps of $30,000–$60,000. In Canada, provincial autism funding programs vary—Ontario, for example, offers up to CAD 20,000 yearly per child for eligible families.

Typical ABA Therapy prices
ItemTypical range
RBT hourly rate$50 - $80
BCBA hourly rate$120 - $200
Intensive monthly cost (40 hrs/wk)$8,000 - $12,000
Canadian private hourly$60 - $100

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