Washington Median
$290,430
per year
Hourly Rate
$139.63
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+0% vs US median
US median $289,140
State Rank
#12 of 19
290 employed here
How much does an Orthodontist make in Washington?
Orthodontists in Washington take home a median of $290,430 annually — roughly $139.63 an hour — which runs 0% above the national median of $289,140.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $62,940 while the top 10% make $435,260 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $290,430 and $290,440 a year.
Orthodontist salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $62,940 | $30.26 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $290,430 | $139.63 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $290,430 | $139.63 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $290,440 | $139.63 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $435,260 | $209.26 |
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How Washington compares
Washington ranks 12th out of 19 states and territories for Orthodontist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Orthodontist salary in other states
Connecticut $478,680Colorado $416,000Maryland $361,030Michigan $357,090Illinois $343,100Tennessee $339,610Missouri $332,630Montana $312,840South Carolina $311,450Pennsylvania $311,180Maine $301,250Arizona $272,330Alabama $253,670North Carolina $224,990Ohio $219,300Wisconsin $212,860New York $172,980Georgia $159,230
Working as an Orthodontist in Washington
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 Washington pay ($290,430) 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 Washington?
The median Orthodontist salary in Washington is $290,430 per year, or about $139.63 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $62,940 at the entry level to $435,260 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Orthodontists about 0% more than the national median of $289,140. Washington ranks 12th out of 19 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Orthodontists?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $290,430 a year. About 290 Orthodontists are employed in Washington. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Washington?
The highest-paying occupations in Washington include Cardiologist ($656,330), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($553,310), Dermatologist ($526,170), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
← See the national Orthodontist salary report
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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.