How much does an orthodontist make in Tennessee?
$339,600a year
Median yearly pay for orthodontists in Tennessee. That is $163.27 an hour or $28,300 a month.
- Hourly
- $163.27
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 22
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $180,200Median: $339,600Highest 10%: $363,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $180,200 | $86.63 | |
| 25th | $315,000 | $151.44 | |
| Median | $339,600 | $163.27 | |
| 75th | $354,100 | $170.26 | |
| 90th | $363,300 | $174.67 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $361,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for orthodontists.
| 3. Maryland | $361,000 |
| 4. Michigan | $357,100 |
| 5. Illinois | $343,100 |
| 6. Tennessee | $339,600 |
| 7. Missouri | $332,600 |
| 8. Montana | $312,800 |
| 9. South Carolina | $311,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an orthodontist make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $163.27 ($339,600 a year).
Do orthodontists make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $339,600 against $289,100 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for orthodontist pay?
Tennessee ranks 6 of 22 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays orthodontists the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $361,700 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.