How much does an orthodontist make in Cleveland?
$318,100a year
Median yearly pay for orthodontists in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $152.92 an hour or $26,510 a month.
- Hourly
- $152.92
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 14
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $219,300Median: $318,100Highest 10%: $318,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $219,300 | $105.43 | |
| 25th | $219,300 | $105.43 | |
| Median | $318,100 | $152.92 | |
| 75th | $318,100 | $152.92 | |
| 90th | $318,100 | $152.92 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for orthodontists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Neurologist | $383,400 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $324,300 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $323,500 |
| Psychiatrist | $271,800 |
| Physician | $248,400 |
| Anesthesiologist | $239,200 |
| Cardiologist | $239,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $231,800 |
| Pediatrician | $218,000 |
| Dentist | $154,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an orthodontist make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $152.92 ($318,100 a year).
Do orthodontists make more in Cleveland than the national average?
Yes: $318,100 against $289,100 nationally, 10% more.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $219,300, so Cleveland pays 45% more.
Where does Cleveland rank for orthodontist pay?
4 of 14 metro areas with data.
How much does an orthodontist make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $219,300 or less a year; the top 10% make $318,100 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.