Behavior Analyst Jobs in California
Across 179 live Behavior Analyst listings in California, median advertised pay is $97K (75th percentile $113K), based on the 175 that state a salary; California ranks 17th of 46 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Autism Learning Partners (30), Alora Behavioral Health (18), Behavior Frontiers (14).
179+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 23, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 175 roles pay ~$97k median with 3.9/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
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Butterfly EffectsSan Diego, CA
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Butterfly EffectsOceanside, CA
Managing Behavior Analyst
Autism Spectrum TherapiesSan Bernardino, CA
BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)
Behavioral Emotional and Academic MentoringParamount, CA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Burnett Therapeutic ServicesSan Rafael, CA
Adaptive Skills Training (AST)-Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Friends of Children with Special NeedsFremont, CA
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Autism Spectrum TherapiesOntario, CA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Cl
Trumpet Behavioral HealthPrunedale, CA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Cl
Behavior Analyst
Autism Spectrum TherapiesLake Elsinore, CA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Butterfly EffectsBakersfield, CA
[2026-2027] Part-Time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA or BCaBA)
Yu Ming Charter SchoolEmeryville, CA
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Healthcare Pay in California: Live Market and State Comparison
Live healthcare listings in California today, then California against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 179
- Live median
- $97k
- 75th $113k · n=175
- 12-mo median
- $93k
- Pay rank
- #17 of 46
- Work-life
- 5.2/10 · #22
- 12-mo postings
- 771
Healthcare roles in California advertise $2k above the $91k median across the 46 states we can measure, where Vermont leads at $134k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs CA | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California (this page) | $93k | — | 5.2/10 | 771 |
| Vermont#1 | $134k | +$40k | 4.4/10 | 8 |
| Washington#2 | $106k | +$13k | 4.7/10 | 41 |
| Delaware#3 | $105k | +$12k | 4.6/10 | 14 |
| South Carolina#4 | $101k | +$8k | 5.2/10 | 33 |
| Arizonaborders | $100k | +$7k | 6.0/10 | 216 |
| Nevadaborders | $92k | −$1k | 5.4/10 | 46 |
| Oregonborders | $87k | −$7k | 5.2/10 | 20 |
“borders” = shares a border with California; “#n” = national pay rank among the 46 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 23, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Autism Learning Partners (30), Alora Behavioral Health (18), Behavior Frontiers (14)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Behavior Analyst jobs in California.
How much do behavior analyst earn in California?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of behavior analyst. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid behavior analyst jobs available?
Yes — about 30% of current behavior analyst listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which behavior analyst jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every behavior analyst role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring behavior analyst in California right now?
Employers currently hiring for behavior analyst roles include Butterfly Effects, Autism Spectrum Therapies, Behavior Frontiers, Behavioral Emotional and Academic Mentoring, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many behavior analyst jobs in California are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 179 behavior analyst positions in California listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Behavior Analyst Jobs in California
Autism Learning Partners30 open roles here · WLB 96/100
Alora Behavioral Health18 open roles here · WLB 100/100
Behavior Frontiers14 open roles here · WLB 76/100- Butterfly Effects14 open roles here · WLB 76/100
Little Scholars Services11 open roles here · WLB 76/100
- Blue Sprig7 open roles here · WLB 95/100
Developmental Pathways7 open roles here · WLB 88/100Spectrum Pride7 open roles here · WLB 75/100