Chiropractors Salary (2025)
Based on 39,630 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $43,460 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $60,070 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $79,200 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $105,050 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $146,080 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$43K
25th
$60K
Median
$79K
75th
$105K
90th
$146K
Highest Paying States for Chiropractors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | $126,020 |
| New York | $124,630 |
| Alaska | $120,280 |
| Oklahoma | $115,550 |
| Maine | $108,320 |
| North Carolina | $106,140 |
| Washington | $102,930 |
| Wisconsin | $101,880 |
| Rhode Island | $101,430 |
| California | $101,190 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Chiropractors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Jersey at an average of $126,020 per year, while California has an average of $101,190 — a difference of $24,830. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Chiropractors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 39,630 workers were employed as Chiropractorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $90,520 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-1011