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Orthotists and Prosthetists Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Orthotists and Prosthetists make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$91,820
Median Annual Salary
▼
-0.1% vs 2024
$93,030
Mean Salary
$91,820
Median Salary
$44.14
Hourly Rate
1,050 people work as Orthotists and Prosthetists in California
Orthotists and Prosthetists salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Orthotists and Prosthetists in California earn a median salary of $91,820 per year ($7,651/month).
This is 14.9% above the national average of $79,921.
California ranks #8 out of 44 states for Orthotists and Prosthetists pay.
Approximately 1,050 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries decreased by 0.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Orthotists and Prosthetists
Design, measure, fit, and adapt orthopedic braces, appliances or prostheses, such as limbs or facial parts for patients with disabling conditions.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.12
Active Listening
4.0
Writing
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Critical Thinking
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.39
Design
4.09
Production and Processing
3.87
English Language
3.87
Administration and Management
3.74
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(43.5% of workers)
Salary Range: Orthotists and Prosthetists in California
Salaries for Orthotists and Prosthetists in California range from $59,570 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $125,590 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $75,160 and $110,810.
How much do Orthotists and Prosthetists make in California?
The median annual salary for Orthotists and Prosthetists in California is $91,820 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $93,030.
What is the salary range for a Orthotists and Prosthetists in California?
Salaries for Orthotists and Prosthetists in California range from $59,570 at the 10th percentile to $125,590 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $75,160 and $110,810.
What is the starting salary for a Orthotists and Prosthetists in California?
Entry-level Orthotists and Prosthetists positions in California typically start around $59,570 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $75,160 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Orthotists and Prosthetists in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,050 people are employed as Orthotists and Prosthetists in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Orthotists and Prosthetists in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Orthotists and Prosthetists in California is approximately $44.14 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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