Orthodontist Salary Data
Orthodontists specialize in diagnosing and correcting misaligned teeth and jaws using braces, aligners, and other appliances. They complete additional training beyond dental school.
Salary benchmarks based on 32 job postings across 4 states
National Orthodontist Salary Overview
$127,500
$195,000
$225,000
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Orthodontist Salary by State
| State | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | Range | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $202,500 | $225,000 | $282,489 | $120,000 – $364,000 | 8 |
| Texas | $172,500 | $225,000 | $227,500 | $160,000 – $400,000 | 7 |
| California | $161,250 | $195,000 | $236,250 | $100,000 – $400,000 | 8 |
| New Jersey | $60,000 | $60,000 | $60,000 | $60,000 – $200,000 | 9 |
Orthodontist Salary by State
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About Orthodontist salary data
Orthodontist salary data is compiled from job postings on Indeed, DentalPost, and direct employer listings on DentalConnect. Our benchmarks are updated nightly and represent annualized salary ranges from the last 12 months.
State-level data requires a minimum of 5 job postings, while national benchmarks require at least 10 data points. The 25th percentile reflects entry-level or lower-experience compensation, the median represents typical pay, and the 75th percentile indicates compensation for experienced professionals or high-demand markets.