How much does an orthodontist make in Pennsylvania?
$311,200a year
Median yearly pay for orthodontists in Pennsylvania. That is $149.61 an hour or $25,930 a month.
- Hourly
- $149.61
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 22
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $202,200Median: $311,200Highest 10%: $443,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $202,200 | $97.20 | |
| 25th | $311,200 | $149.61 | |
| Median | $311,200 | $149.61 | |
| 75th | $311,300 | $149.65 | |
| 90th | $443,100 | $213.02 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Philadelphia, PA | $311,200 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $239,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for orthodontists.
| 7. Missouri | $332,600 |
| 8. Montana | $312,800 |
| 9. South Carolina | $311,500 |
| 10. Pennsylvania | $311,200 |
| 11. Maine | $301,300 |
| 12. Washington | $290,400 |
| 13. Arizona | $272,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an orthodontist make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $149.61 ($311,200 a year).
Do orthodontists make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
Yes: $311,200 against $289,100 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for orthodontist pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 10 of 22 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays orthodontists the most?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD, with a median of $311,200 a year.
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.