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Orthodontist Salary in California

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Orthodontist in California.

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Demand: +10% (High Demand)
$418,750
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $201.33/hr
📊 80% Range: $275,000 – $650,000
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $275,000
25th % Junior $346,875
50th % Median $418,750
75th % Senior $534,375
90th % Top 10% $650,000
Base Annual Salary $418,750
Target Annual Bonus $50,250
Annual Stock / Equity $92,125
Total Compensation (TC) $561,125
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in California

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Orthodontist

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Orthodontist

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$275,000
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Orthodontist

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$418,750
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Orthodontist

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$534,375
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$650,000

Orthodontist Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$462,300

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$455,600

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$448,900

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$428,800

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$428,800

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$428,800

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$418,750

California

COL Index: 142%
$418,750

Role Profile & Career Requirements

A Orthodontist leads technical design, operational execution, and industry best practices in their specialized sector. High demand and strong compensation growth projected through 2026-2032.

Required Education
Bachelor's, Master's, or Industry Professional License
Experience Benchmark
2-6 years
10-Year Projected Growth
+10% (High Demand)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Orthodontist make in California?

The median annual salary for a Orthodontist in California is $418,750, with entry-level professionals earning around $275,000 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $650,000.

What is the average hourly rate for a Orthodontist in California?

On average, a Orthodontist in California makes approximately $201.33 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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