BCBA Salary Calculator

BCBA Compensation Calculator

Market-informed salary estimates grounded in TYGES placement data and industry trends

TYGES BCBA Placement Data

Real compensation outcomes from BCBA placements TYGES has completed in the behavioral health space since early 2025. Unlike modeled estimates, these figures reflect actual placed salaries from recent placements — giving you a grounded, current benchmark for what BCBAs are really earning.

Salary Distribution

Based on verified TYGES BCBA placements. Figures represent placed base salaries, shown as a percentage distribution across salary ranges. Individual placement details are confidential. This data reflects TYGES placement history and is not a guarantee of future compensation outcomes.

Your Profile

3 years

Premiums do not stack; the highest applicable premium is applied.

Your Estimated Compensation

$90,000
Estimated Base Salary
$72K $125K+

Your estimate within the national BCBA salary range

Total Compensation Breakdown
Base Salary $90,000
Qualification Premium $0
Typical Sign-On Bonus $8,000
Total Year 1 Compensation $98,000
Market Insight
Based on your profile, this estimate reflects current BCBA market conditions.

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How This Calculator Works

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This TYGES compensation calculator provides directional salary guidance for BCBAs based on real placement data and behavioral health sector trends.

TYGES Placement Data Foundation:

  • Estimates are anchored at a $90,000 starting baseline, reflecting the median of TYGES BCBA placements since early 2025
  • The "TYGES Placement Data" tab shows the actual salary distribution from completed placements
  • Real placement range: $72,000 to $125,000+

Market Intelligence Sources:

  • Industry Salary Platforms: ZipRecruiter, Indeed, Glassdoor, and PayScale provide baseline market data that corroborates our placement figures
  • BACB Employment Data: Official trends and certificant demographics
  • TYGES Market Observations: Insights from behavioral health recruiting experience

Calculation Methodology:

The calculator applies a small set of straightforward adjustments to a $90,000 baseline:

  • Experience Curve: Non-linear multiplier based on observed career progression (0–25 years)
  • Role Premium: Clinical Director positions reflect added leadership and oversight responsibility
  • Qualification Premiums (non-stacking): Bilingual services (+5%) or BCBA-D credentials (+12%). Only the highest applicable premium is applied.
  • Sign-On Bonus: Typical signing incentive based on market norms

Important Notes:

This calculator provides directional estimates for guidance purposes. Actual compensation varies significantly by specific organization, exact location, individual qualifications, market conditions, and negotiation. For personalized compensation guidance, contact TYGES.

Last Updated: May 2026

© 2026 TYGES International. Calculator provides directional salary estimates based on TYGES placement data and industry observations. Actual compensation varies significantly by organization, specific location, individual qualifications, and negotiation. Estimates should be used for guidance purposes only. For personalized compensation advice, contact TYGES.