Orthodontist Salary in Ohio (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Orthodontists in Ohio, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Ohio Median
$219,300
per year
Hourly Rate
$105.43
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-24% vs US median
US median $289,140
State Rank
#16 of 19
250 employed here

How much does an Orthodontist make in Ohio?

An Orthodontist working in Ohio earns a median salary of $219,300 per year, or about $105.43 per hour. That is 24% below the national median of $289,140 for this occupation.

Within Ohio, entry-level pay starts around $104,990 while the top 10% make $324,970 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $108,430 and $318,070 a year.

Orthodontist salary range in Ohio

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$104,990$50.48
25th percentile (early career)$108,430$52.13
50th percentile (median)$219,300$105.43
75th percentile (experienced)$318,070$152.92
90th percentile (top earners)$324,970$156.24

How Ohio compares

Ohio ranks 16th out of 19 states and territories for Orthodontist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Connecticut$478,680
2Colorado$416,000
3Maryland$361,030
4Michigan$357,090
5Illinois$343,100

Working as an Orthodontist in Ohio

Nationally, about 6,000 people work as Orthodontists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Ohio pay ($219,300) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Orthodontist make in Ohio?
The median Orthodontist salary in Ohio is $219,300 per year, or about $105.43 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $104,990 at the entry level to $324,970 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Ohio pay compare to the national average?
Ohio pays Orthodontists about 24% less than the national median of $289,140. Ohio ranks 16th out of 19 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Ohio a good state for Orthodontists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $219,300 a year. About 250 Orthodontists are employed in Ohio. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Ohio?
The highest-paying occupations in Ohio include Surgeon, All Other ($554,220), Cardiologist ($504,260), Anesthesiologist ($490,530), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.