Orthodontists Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for orthodontists in the United States was $289,140 ($139.01 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $99,850 | $48.01 |
| 25th | $146,580 | $70.47 |
| Median | $289,140 | $139.01 |
| 75th | $342,300 | $164.57 |
| 90th | $416,000 | $200.00 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 29-1023
- Total U.S. employment: 6,210
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
What this means
Across the United States, 6,210 orthodontists are employed (— per 1,000 jobs), making this a mid-sized occupations in the national economy.
The median wage in this area is 0.0% below the national median — a difference of about $0 per year for a typical worker.
Orthodontists Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $253,670 | $121.96 | -12.3% | 0 |
| Arizona | $272,330 | $130.93 | -5.8% | 120 |
| Colorado | $416,000 | $200.00 | +43.9% | 160 |
| Connecticut | $478,680 | $230.13 | +65.6% | 0 |
| Florida | — | — | — | 450 |
| Georgia | $159,230 | $76.55 | -44.9% | 0 |
| Idaho | — | — | — | 40 |
| Illinois | $343,100 | $164.95 | +18.7% | 0 |
| Indiana | — | — | — | 0 |
| Maine | $301,250 | $144.83 | +4.2% | 60 |
| Maryland | $361,030 | $173.57 | +24.9% | 0 |
| Michigan | $357,090 | $171.68 | +23.5% | 140 |
| Mississippi | — | — | — | 90 |
| Missouri | $332,630 | $159.92 | +15.0% | 0 |
| Montana | $312,840 | $150.40 | +8.2% | 0 |
| Nebraska | — | — | — | 0 |
| New York | $172,980 | $83.16 | -40.2% | 130 |
| North Carolina | $224,990 | $108.17 | -22.2% | 160 |
| Ohio | $219,300 | $105.43 | -24.2% | 250 |
| Oklahoma | — | — | — | 30 |
| Pennsylvania | $311,180 | $149.61 | +7.6% | 0 |
| South Carolina | $311,450 | $149.73 | +7.7% | 0 |
| Tennessee | $339,610 | $163.28 | +17.5% | 0 |
| Texas | — | — | — | 1,070 |
| Washington | $290,430 | $139.63 | +0.4% | 290 |
| Wisconsin | $212,860 | $102.34 | -26.4% | 90 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for orthodontists?
The median annual wage for orthodontists is $289,140 ($139.01 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays orthodontists the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many orthodontists are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 6,210 orthodontists employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do orthodontists make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $139.01. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.