Occupation ยท SOC 29-2091
Orthotists and Prosthetists: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of orthotists and prosthetists typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 9,930 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $78,310 ($37.65 an hour).
US employment
9,930
Median annual wage
$78,310
Mean annual wage
$81,330
Median hourly wage
$37.65
Education and training
Typical education
Master's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Internship/residency
Job zone
5
Extensive preparation
States with the most jobs
- 1. California1,370
- 2. Pennsylvania570
- 3. North Carolina460
- 4. Washington420
- 5. New York410
- 6. Ohio410
- 7. Michigan400
- 8. Texas400
- 9. Florida350
- 10. Missouri310
States that pay the most
- 1. New Jersey$110,760
- 2. Maine$98,520
- 3. Utah$92,070
- 4. California$91,870
- 5. Alabama$90,690
- 6. Washington$90,240
- 7. Mississippi$89,860
- 8. South Carolina$89,860
- 9. Massachusetts$86,510
- 10. Wisconsin$86,290
Median annual wage. Based on 46 states and territories with published figures.
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