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Job outlook for orthotist/prosthetists in the United States
Are orthotist/prosthetist jobs in demand?
Orthotist/prosthetist job and salary trends over time
Orthotist/prosthetist jobs over time
Orthotist/prosthetist job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 552 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 507 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 522 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 469 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 416 | 0.00% |
Average orthotist/prosthetist salary over time
Orthotist/prosthetist salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $51,969 | $24.98 | +2.6% |
| 2025 | $50,651 | $24.35 | --1.0% |
| 2024 | $51,176 | $24.60 | +4.3% |
| 2023 | $49,044 | $23.58 | +0.9% |
| 2022 | $48,592 | $23.36 | +1.9% |
Orthotist/prosthetist jobs by state
Most common states for orthotist/prosthetists
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 39,536,653 | 11 | 0% |
| 2 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 6 | 0% |
| 3 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 5 | 0% |
| 4 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 5 | 0% |
| 5 | Ohio | 11,658,609 | 4 | 0% |
| 6 | New York | 19,849,399 | 4 | 0% |
| 7 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 3 | 0% |
| 8 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 3 | 0% |
| 9 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 2 | 0% |
| 10 | Florida | 20,984,400 | 2 | 0% |
| 11 | West Virginia | 1,815,857 | 1 | 0% |
| 12 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 1 | 0% |
| 13 | Alaska | 739,795 | 0 | 0% |
| 14 | Nevada | 2,998,039 | 0 | 0% |
| 15 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 0 | 0% |
| 16 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 0 | 0% |
| 17 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 0 | 0% |
| 18 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 0 | 0% |
| 19 | Vermont | 623,657 | 0 | 0% |
| 20 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 0 | 0% |
Most common cities for orthotist/prosthetists
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danville | 1 | 3% | $43,235 |
| 2 | Franklin | 1 | 2% | $62,374 |
| 3 | Fargo | 1 | 1% | $47,150 |
| 4 | Little Rock | 1 | 1% | $37,206 |
| 5 | Indianapolis | 1 | 0% | $46,822 |
| 6 | Saint Paul | 1 | 0% | $46,946 |
Orthotist/Prosthetist job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of orthotist/prosthetist experts
NCOPE
What technology do you think will become more important and prevalent for Orthotist/Prosthetists in the next 3-5 years?
Chris Robinson: I am of the mindset that technology isn't a separate concept, but something becoming deeply interwoven into our day-to-day lives. On the business side, I feel access to real-time data will become the relative norm, enabling employees at all levels to not only have access to critical data, but have it presented in a meaningful way. The term "data" brings with it a certain stigma, and to some, reflections of giant spreadsheets of data. A giant spreadsheet may contain critical data, but it must be visualized in a way that allows a person to quickly draw an appropriate conclusion. From a physical goods standpoint, additive manufacturing is no longer something exclusive to the prototyping and enthusiast community, but something accessible across professions. I would not be surprised if 3D printers were integrated into retailers the same way 1-hour photo labs are.
Will there be an increase or decrease in demand for Orthotist/Prosthetists in the next 5 years?
Chris Robinson: While I do not have a crystal ball, the value that orthotic & prosthetic professionals bring to an interdisciplinary health care team cannot be ignored. The same way a pharmacist guides treatment to the most appropriate prescription for a clinical problem, the O&P professional has the knowledge and training to develop treatment plans for conditions such as pain, congenital deformities, or difficulty with walking. I feel any healthcare provider that can empower patients to participate in their day-to-day activities, return to work, or even enjoy recreational activities will have a strong future. The most recent workforce demand study, funded by NCOPE and AOPA in 2015, identified a likely increase in demand for O&P professionals at all levels of education, from associate to master's degree trained practitioners.