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Orthodontist Salary in Arizona

Median Annual in Arizona
$272,330/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$130.93/hr
▼ 6% below U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Arizona

groups Employed in AZ
120
public U.S. Median
$289,140
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$270,499 #15 of 22

Orthodontist pay in Arizona, explained

Orthodontists in Arizona earn a median of $272,330 per year ($130.93 per hour), which is 6% below the national median of $289,140. Entry-level workers earn around $96,730, while the most experienced orthodontists reach about $345,150. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Arizona.

Is $272,330 good pay in Arizona?

Adjusted for Arizona's cost of living (which runs 101% of the U.S. average), that $272,330 is worth about $270,499 in national buying power — ranking Arizona #15 for real pay (vs #13 on the sticker number).

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Orthodontist pay by experience in Arizona

Entry level (10th pct)
$96,730
$46.50/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$272,330
$130.93/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$345,150
$165.94/hr

Orthodontist in Arizona: FAQ

How much do orthodontists make in Arizona?

Orthodontists in Arizona earn a median of $272,330 per year ($130.93 per hour), compared with $289,140 nationally.

Does Arizona pay orthodontists well?

At $272,330, Arizona pays 6% below the national median for orthodontists. An estimated 120 work in the state.

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