Orthodontic assistant demographics and statistics in the US
Orthodontic assistant demographics research summary. Zippia estimates orthodontic assistant demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our orthodontic assistant estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about orthodontic assistants after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 18,055 orthodontic assistants currently employed in the United States.
- 91.6% of all orthodontic assistants are women, while 8.4% are men.
- The average orthodontic assistant age is 37 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of orthodontic assistants is White (56.0%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (22.2%), Black or African American (8.0%) and Asian (7.9%).
- Orthodontic assistants are most in-demand in Denver, CO.
- The transportation industry is the highest-paying for orthodontic assistants.
- 4% of all orthodontic assistants are LGBT.
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Orthodontic assistant demographics by:
Orthodontic assistant gender statistics
91.6% of orthodontic assistants are women and 8.4% of orthodontic assistants are men.
- Female, 91.6%
- Male, 8.4%
Orthodontic assistant gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 91.6% |
| Male | 8.4% |
Orthodontic assistant gender pay gap
Women earn 91¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$56,441
Female income
$51,218
Orthodontic assistant gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in orthodontic assistant positions over time. Currently, 91.6% of orthodontic assistants are female.
Orthodontic assistant gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.44% | 95.56% |
| 2011 | 5.12% | 94.88% |
| 2012 | 5.37% | 94.63% |
| 2013 | 5.06% | 94.94% |
| 2014 | 6.04% | 93.96% |
| 2015 | 6.42% | 93.58% |
| 2016 | 5.14% | 94.86% |
| 2017 | 6.65% | 93.35% |
| 2018 | 6.28% | 93.72% |
| 2019 | 6.89% | 93.11% |
| 2020 | 5.99% | 94.01% |
| 2021 | 8.43% | 91.57% |
Orthodontic assistant related jobs gender ratio
We compared orthodontic assistants with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, delivery technician and donations attendant have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Transcriptionist | 3% | 97% |
| Radiology Transcriptionist | 5% | 95% |
| Certified Registered Dental Assistant | 5% | 95% |
| Orthodontic Assistant | 8% | 92% |
| Dental Officer | 79% | 21% |
| Donations Attendant | 81% | 19% |
| Delivery Technician | 88% | 12% |
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Orthodontic assistant demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among orthodontic assistants is White, which makes up 56.0% of all orthodontic assistants. Comparatively, 22.2% of orthodontic assistants are Hispanic or Latino and 8.0% of orthodontic assistants are Black or African American.
- White, 56.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 22.2%
- Black or African American, 8.0%
- Asian, 7.9%
- Unknown, 5.1%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Orthodontic assistant race
| Orthodontic assistant race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 56.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 22.2% |
| Black or African American | 8.0% |
| Asian | 7.9% |
| Unknown | 5.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Orthodontic assistant race and ethnicity over time
See how orthodontic assistant racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Orthodontic assistant race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 65.99% | 8.98% | 5.51% | 16.75% |
| 2011 | 63.04% | 9.05% | 5.25% | 19.02% |
| 2012 | 61.27% | 9.99% | 6.01% | 19.51% |
| 2013 | 63.39% | 9.21% | 6.31% | 17.74% |
| 2014 | 62.73% | 9.02% | 6.31% | 18.89% |
| 2015 | 62.66% | 8.77% | 5.39% | 19.65% |
| 2016 | 62.17% | 8.10% | 6.34% | 19.81% |
| 2017 | 60.08% | 8.65% | 6.83% | 21.40% |
| 2018 | 61.12% | 8.94% | 6.26% | 20.00% |
| 2019 | 58.98% | 7.12% | 7.67% | 22.27% |
| 2020 | 57.63% | 8.47% | 6.69% | 21.41% |
| 2021 | 56.02% | 8.04% | 7.95% | 22.16% |
Orthodontic assistant wage gap by race
According to our data, white orthodontic assistants have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino orthodontic assistants have the lowest average salary at $54,819.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $57,202 |
| White | $57,582 |
| Black or African American | $55,332 |
| Asian | $57,329 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $54,819 |
Average orthodontic assistant age
See how the average age of orthodontic assistants varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Orthodontic assistant age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 38.5 | 37.5 |
| Unknown | 37 | |
| Asian | 35 | 39 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 27 | 33 |
| White | 31 | 38 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 38 |
Orthodontic assistant age breakdown
The average age of orthodontic assistants is 40+ years years old, representing 42% of the orthodontic assistant population.
Orthodontic assistant age breakdown
| Orthodontic Assistant Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 42% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 29% |
Orthodontic assistant educational attainment
The most common degree for orthodontic assistants is associate degree, with 23% of orthodontic assistants earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 23% and bachelor's degree degree at 20%.
- Associate, 23%
- Bachelor's, 23%
- High School Diploma, 20%
- Diploma, 11%
- Other Degrees, 23%
Orthodontic assistants by degree level
| Orthodontic assistant degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Associate | 23% |
| Bachelor's | 23% |
| High School Diploma | 20% |
| Diploma | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 23% |
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Orthodontic assistant wage gap by degree level
According to the data, orthodontic assistants with a Bachelor's degree earn more than those without, at $57,408 annually. With a Associate degree, orthodontic assistants earn a median annual income of $56,882 compared to $52,778 for orthodontic assistants with an High School Diploma degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $52,778 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $57,408 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $56,882 |
Orthodontic assistant employment statistics
Company size where orthodontic assistants work
Below, you can see the size of companies where orthodontic assistants work.
Orthodontic assistant jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 12% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 21% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 28% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 9% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 5% |
Orthodontic assistant jobs by industry
The most common industries for orthodontic assistants are health care, manufacturing and non profits.
Orthodontic assistant industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Health Care | 52% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Non Profits | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Hospitality | 4% |
| Technology | 4% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Media | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Retail | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Orthodontic assistant turnover and employment statistics
Orthodontic assistant unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for orthodontic assistants between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Orthodontic assistant unemployment rate by year
| Year | Orthodontic assistant unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.40% |
| 2011 | 6.02% |
| 2012 | 6.48% |
| 2013 | 4.50% |
| 2014 | 3.59% |
| 2015 | 3.37% |
| 2016 | 2.86% |
| 2017 | 2.92% |
| 2018 | 2.56% |
| 2019 | 2.55% |
| 2020 | 4.23% |
| 2021 | 4.10% |
Average orthodontic assistant tenure
The average orthodontic assistant stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 6,021 orthodontic assistants resumes in Zippia's database.
Orthodontic assistant tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 18% |
| 1-2 years | 31% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 18% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Orthodontic assistant LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of orthodontic assistants that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Orthodontic Assistant | 4.40% | - |
| Public Health Assistant | 5.81% | 105,104 |
| Mobile Phlebotomist | 7.76% | 13,734 |
| Medical Transcription | 8.65% | 72,428 |
| Pharmacist Clerk | 9.41% | 112,499 |
| Veterinarian Assistant | 9.55% | 10,867 |
| Licensed Massage Practitioner | 13.02% | 42,672 |
Similar orthodontic assistant jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Public Health Assistant | 5.81% | 105,104 |
| Mobile Phlebotomist | 7.76% | 13,734 |
| Medical Transcription | 8.65% | 72,428 |
| Pharmacist Clerk | 9.41% | 112,499 |
| Veterinarian Assistant | 9.55% | 10,867 |
| Licensed Massage Practitioner | 13.02% | 42,672 |
Foreign languages spoken by orthodontic assistants
The most common foreign language among orthodontic assistants is Spanish at 68.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Polish at 6.7% and French is the third-most popular at 4.0%.
- Spanish, 68.5%
- Polish, 6.7%
- French, 4.0%
- Russian, 2.7%
- Arabic, 2.7%
- Other, 15.4%
Orthodontic assistant languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 68.5% |
| Polish | 6.7% |
| French | 4.0% |
| Russian | 2.7% |
| Arabic | 2.7% |
| Other | 15.4% |
