What orthodontists earn in Maryland and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $361,040 | $173.58 | – |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $311,180 | $149.61 | – |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $248,110 | $119.29 | – |
Orthodontists in Maryland earned a median of $361,030 a year ($173.57 an hour) in May 2025, 25% more than the national median of $289,140. The middle half earned $248,110 to $361,050.
Among areas in Maryland, pay was highest in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD at $361,040.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.