Orthoptists Salary in North Carolina
Orthoptists in North Carolina earn a median of $117,210 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $117,210
- vs. U.S. median
- +2% ($115,210)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 800
Pay range in North Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $68,060; the top 10% earn over $228,700. Nationally the range is $65,210 to $195,190.
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Orthoptists pay in North Carolina
How much do orthoptists make in North Carolina?
The median is $117,210 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $68,060 and the top 10% earn over $228,700. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is North Carolina a good state for orthoptists?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 43 (+2% vs. the national median of $115,210). Living costs are not included.