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Podiatrists 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 Podiatrists against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 29-1081 |
| title | Podiatrists |
| onet code | 29-1081.00 |
| description | Diagnose and treat diseases and deformities of the human foot. |
| job zone | 5 |
| major group | 29 |
| tot emp | 9,520 |
| a mean | 163,960 |
| a median | 152,800 |
| a pct10 | 57,500 |
| a pct25 | 91,130 |
| a pct75 | 217,960 |
| a pct90 | N/A |
| h mean | 78 |
| h median | 73 |
The day-to-day work of a podiatrists typically centers on treat bone, muscle, and joint disorders affecting the feet and ankles. 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 Reading Comprehension, Active Learning, and Active Listening. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.93 out of 5 — highly rated for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working podiatrists, the most common entry qualification is a Doctoral Degree (52.9%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 99% of incumbents. This is a degree-heavy profession — most incumbents hold a four-year degree or beyond.
Median annual pay is highest in South Dakota at $234,480 and lowest in Idaho at $101,570 — a 2.3× spread. The top five states (South Dakota, Washington, New Mexico, Minnesota, North Carolina) average $227,086. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | $234,480 | $243,820 | $155,730 | — | 30 |
| Washington | $228,170 | $212,950 | $67,790 | — | 200 |
| New Mexico | $227,130 | $191,220 | $58,090 | — | 60 |
| Minnesota | $224,280 | $209,990 | $39,790 | — | 150 |
| North Carolina | $221,370 | $233,250 | $111,000 | — | 270 |
| Nevada | $216,900 | $203,110 | $157,150 | — | 40 |
| Tennessee | $213,180 | $204,310 | $161,250 | — | 80 |
| New Hampshire | $211,000 | $216,410 | $115,230 | — | — |
| Connecticut | $208,310 | $200,740 | $100,680 | — | 130 |
| Kentucky | $198,990 | $186,830 | $64,990 | — | 60 |
| Maryland | $194,670 | $206,280 | $49,930 | — | — |
| California | $193,510 | $175,400 | $34,590 | — | 930 |
| Delaware | $187,180 | $170,240 | $77,030 | $225,430 | 70 |
| Colorado | $174,660 | $193,290 | $79,990 | — | 140 |
| Wisconsin | $170,090 | $189,370 | $71,820 | — | 190 |
| Kansas | $169,060 | $174,910 | $74,330 | — | 40 |
| Louisiana | $167,000 | $146,190 | $34,150 | — | 90 |
| Maine | $161,800 | $179,700 | $89,990 | — | 50 |
| South Carolina | $161,250 | $164,500 | $69,100 | — | 80 |
| Texas | $160,310 | $176,740 | $33,590 | — | 490 |
| Florida | $155,970 | $155,590 | $64,230 | — | 820 |
| Rhode Island | $154,070 | $164,090 | $67,040 | — | 50 |
| Arizona | $149,990 | $153,070 | $62,170 | $238,560 | 250 |
| Pennsylvania | $147,690 | $161,030 | $74,910 | — | 410 |
| Utah | $146,330 | $181,780 | $64,920 | — | 90 |
| Georgia | $145,580 | $158,380 | $66,730 | — | 150 |
| Alabama | $140,580 | $146,160 | $55,270 | $236,250 | 100 |
| Virginia | $139,770 | $148,240 | $64,800 | $234,190 | 280 |
| New Jersey | $138,220 | $140,420 | $57,500 | $224,870 | 350 |
| Indiana | $133,320 | $142,140 | $28,550 | — | 210 |
| West Virginia | $128,760 | $160,330 | $71,910 | — | 50 |
| Missouri | $128,680 | $149,290 | $93,340 | $231,920 | 140 |
| Michigan | $128,500 | $161,910 | $106,770 | — | — |
| Massachusetts | $128,160 | $166,230 | $77,670 | — | 170 |
| Iowa | $126,790 | $144,150 | $50,520 | — | 100 |
| Ohio | $119,570 | $128,150 | $39,380 | $236,500 | 440 |
| New York | $117,220 | $134,850 | $62,430 | $219,650 | 1,210 |
| Arkansas | $113,580 | $136,460 | $58,120 | — | — |
| Idaho | $101,570 | $130,630 | $41,610 | — | 40 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for podiatrists. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Attending Physician or Chiropodist frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Podiatrists 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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