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Orthodontists is a notable career in the 29 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Orthodontists against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 29-1023 |
| title | Orthodontists |
| onet code | 29-1023.00 |
| description | Examine, diagnose, and treat dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies. Design and fabricate appliances to realign teeth and jaws to produce and maintain normal function and to improve appearance. |
| job zone | 5 |
| major group | 29 |
| tot emp | 5,150 |
| a mean | 254,620 |
| a median | N/A |
| a pct10 | 98,560 |
| a pct25 | 137,320 |
| a pct75 | N/A |
| a pct90 | N/A |
| h mean | 122 |
| h median | N/A |
The day-to-day work of a orthodontists typically centers on diagnose teeth and jaw or other dental-facial abnormalities. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Active Listening, Speaking, and Critical Thinking. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.91 out of 5 — highly rated for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working orthodontists, the most common entry qualification is a Post (68.9%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 91% of incumbents. This is a degree-heavy profession — most incumbents hold a four-year degree or beyond.
Median annual pay is highest in Iowa at $223,020 and lowest in California at $101,420 — a 2.2× spread. The top five states (Iowa, Alabama, Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee) average $206,958. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | $223,020 | $289,570 | $125,370 | — | 30 |
| Alabama | $222,010 | $231,680 | $170,400 | — | 130 |
| Ohio | $211,410 | $214,360 | $93,990 | — | 380 |
| Indiana | $203,520 | $194,640 | $64,730 | — | 130 |
| Tennessee | $174,830 | $183,410 | $79,810 | — | — |
| South Carolina | $148,410 | $192,480 | $138,400 | — | 280 |
| Georgia | $143,080 | $192,050 | $126,640 | — | — |
| Utah | $124,830 | $126,520 | $124,830 | $142,200 | 100 |
| New York | $105,110 | $202,540 | $60,100 | — | 310 |
| California | $101,420 | $193,160 | $91,370 | — | 670 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for orthodontists. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Board Certified Orthodontist or Dentofacial Orthopedics Dentist frequently describe the same role.
This data helps you understand how Orthodontists compares to others in the 29 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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