Hire Behavior Technicians in New York
New York has 7,600 licensed behavior technicians — ranking #4 nationally. Median salary: $45k. Healthcare jobs growing 5%.
New York ranks #4 of 51 states for behavior technicians with 7,600 providers (47 per 100K residents, 31% above the national average of 36). New York leads with 2,100 providers. Average time-to-fill: ~35 days. Sign-on bonuses avg $15,000.
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Behavior Technicians Salary & Compensation in New York
To recruit mid-career behavior technicians in New York, target offers at $47,345+. Sign-on bonuses averaging $15,000 can help close competitive candidates. (Source: BLS OOH)
Behavior Technicians Supply by City in New York
| City | Providers | Per 100K | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 2,100 | 25 | 8,400,000 |
| Brooklyn | 650 | 25 | 2,600,000 |
| Queens | 575 | 25 | 2,300,000 |
| Bronx | 350 | 25 | 1,400,000 |
| Staten Island | 119 | 25 | 475,000 |
| Buffalo | 64 | 25 | 255,000 |
| Rochester | 52 | 25 | 206,000 |
| Yonkers | 50 | 25 | 200,000 |
| Syracuse | 36 | 25 | 142,000 |
| Albany | 24 | 25 | 97,000 |
10 cities in New York have behavior technicians data. National average: 36 per 100K residents.
New York Recruiting Market Overview
New York ranks #4 of 51 states for behavior technicians with 7,600 providers (47 per 100K residents, 31% above the national average of 36). New York leads with 2,100 providers.
New York is not a compact state — individual licensure required. NPs have full practice authority.
With 18.2% annual turnover, New York sees approximately 1,383 behavior technicians position changes per year. Top retention factors: work-life balance (85%), competitive salary (82%), and supportive management (78%).
Average time-to-fill is ~35 days. Recruiters should factor in 60-120 days for hospital credentialing and 90-180 days for insurance paneling.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Hiring Behavior Technicians in New York
How many behavior technicians are in New York?
New York has 7,600 licensed behavior technicians, ranking #4 nationally with 47 per 100K residents. Source: CMS NPPES NPI Registry.
What is the salary for behavior technicians in New York?
The national median is $45,090. Entry-level: $34,268, Senior: $56,363. Sign-on bonuses averaging $15,000 are common for hard-to-fill roles. Source: BLS 2024.
Is New York a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
No, New York requires individual state licensure. The compact includes 42 member states.
Which cities in New York have the most behavior technicians?
Top cities: New York (2,100), Brooklyn (650), Queens (575). New York has 25 per 100K residents.
What is the turnover rate for behavior technicians in New York?
Annual turnover averages 18.2%. Top exit reasons: burnout (35%), better pay (28%). Proactive retention programs reduce turnover 25-40%.
How long does recruiting behavior technicians take?
Average time-to-fill is ~35 days (low competition). Hospital credentialing adds 60-120 days. Start the process early to avoid staffing gaps.
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