Orthotists and Prosthetists pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for orthotists and prosthetists is $38.99 an hour ($81,110 a year). About 9,390 people work in this job there.
Pay range for orthotists and prosthetists in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.28 | $46,350 |
| 25% of workers | $29.47 | $61,290 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.99 | $81,110 |
| 75% of workers | $48.07 | $99,990 |
| 90% of workers | $57.60 | $119,810 |
Best-paying states for orthotists and prosthetists
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $118,950 | 240 |
| Washington | $105,240 | 250 |
| Utah | $96,530 | 70 |
| Maryland | $95,030 | 90 |
| Oregon | $93,790 | 120 |
| Rhode Island | $93,350 | 0 |
| Virginia | $92,930 | 340 |
| California | $91,820 | 1,050 |
| Massachusetts | $89,860 | 350 |
| Wisconsin | $89,710 | 140 |
Pay by state
- California · $91,820
- Florida · $81,370
- Texas · $77,220
Education, experience and outlook for orthotists and prosthetists
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +12.9% over ten years, much faster than average · about 700 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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| Physical Therapist Assistants | $68,380 |
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