Orthodontist salary
What orthodontists earn across the U.S., in every state and in the top-paying metro areas.
Median pay$289,140$139.01 per hour
Average pay$259,400$124.71 per hour
Middle half earn$146,580 – $342,300Top 10%: $416,000+
Jobs6,210Employed nationwide
Orthodontist salary by state
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| State | Median | Hourly | Jobs | Per 1,000 jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $253,670 | $121.96 | – | – |
| Arizona | $272,330 | $130.93 | 120 | 0.04 |
| Colorado | $416,000 | $200.00 | 160 | 0.05 |
| Connecticut | $478,680 | $230.13 | – | – |
| Florida | – | – | 450 | 0.05 |
| Georgia | $159,230 | $76.55 | – | – |
| Idaho | – | – | 40 | 0.05 |
| Illinois | $343,100 | $164.95 | – | – |
| Indiana | $239,200+ | $115.00+ | – | – |
| Maine | $301,250 | $144.83 | 60 | 0.1 |
| Maryland | $361,030 | $173.57 | – | – |
| Michigan | $357,090 | $171.68 | 140 | 0.03 |
| Mississippi | – | – | 90 | 0.08 |
| Missouri | $332,630 | $159.92 | – | – |
| Montana | $312,840 | $150.40 | – | – |
| Nebraska | $239,200+ | $115.00+ | – | – |
| New York | $172,980 | $83.16 | 130 | 0.01 |
| North Carolina | $224,990 | $108.17 | 160 | 0.03 |
| Ohio | $219,300 | $105.43 | 250 | 0.05 |
| Oklahoma | $239,200+ | $115.00+ | 30 | 0.02 |
| Pennsylvania | $311,180 | $149.61 | – | – |
| South Carolina | $311,450 | $149.73 | – | – |
| Tennessee | $339,610 | $163.28 | – | – |
| Texas | – | – | 1,070 | 0.08 |
| Washington | $290,430 | $139.63 | 290 | 0.08 |
| Wisconsin | $212,860 | $102.34 | 90 | 0.03 |
Top-paying metro areas
| Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $272,330 | 100 |
Metro areas with the most orthodontists
| Metro area | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | 100 | $272,330 |
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Questions
How much does an orthodontist make?
The median pay for orthodontists in the U.S. was $289,140 a year ($139.01 an hour) in May 2025, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The middle half earned between $146,580 and $342,300.
Which states pay orthodontists the most?
The highest pay was in Connecticut ($478,680), Colorado ($416,000), Maryland ($361,030), Michigan ($357,090), Illinois ($343,100). The lowest was in Georgia ($159,230), New York ($172,980), Wisconsin ($212,860).
How many orthodontists are there in the U.S.?
About 6,210 people were employed as orthodontists in May 2025.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Metro areas with fewer than 50 jobs in this occupation are left out. All healthcare salaries.