verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Orthodontist Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$290,430/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$139.63/hr
▬ 0% about even with U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
290
public U.S. Median
$289,140
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$271,397 #14 of 22

Orthodontist pay in Washington, explained

Orthodontists in Washington earn a median of $290,430 per year ($139.63 per hour), in line with the national median of $289,140. Entry-level workers earn around $62,940, while the most experienced orthodontists reach about $435,260. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $290,430 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $290,430 is worth about $271,397 in national buying power — ranking Washington #14 for real pay (vs #12 on the sticker number).

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Orthodontist pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$62,940
$30.26/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$290,430
$139.63/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$435,260
$209.26/hr

Orthodontist in Washington: FAQ

How much do orthodontists make in Washington?

Orthodontists in Washington earn a median of $290,430 per year ($139.63 per hour), compared with $289,140 nationally.

Does Washington pay orthodontists well?

At $290,430, Washington pays about the same as the national median for orthodontists. An estimated 290 work in the state.

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