Chiropractor Salary in 2026
Diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disorders primarily through manual adjustment of the spine.
Median Salary
$78,000
$6,500/mo
Entry Level
$52,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$108,000
experienced
Job Growth
+4%
10-yr outlook
Chiropractor Overview
Diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disorders primarily through manual adjustment of the spine.
Education
Doctorate (D.C.)
Experience
4+ years
Industry
Healthcare
Total Jobs (US)
38K
5-Year Growth
+5%
Category
Healthcare
Hourly Rate
$37.50/hr
Monthly Pay
$6,500
Chiropractor Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Chiropractor salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Chiropractor Salary
$89,000
$7,417/month · $3,423/biweekly · $42.79/hr
Chiropractor Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Chiropractor field.
Entry-level Chiropractors earn around $52,000, while the top 10% earn $126,500 or more.
Top Paying States for Chiropractors
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $92,000 | +$14,000 |
| New York | $90,000 | +$12,000 |
| Florida | $76,000 | $-2,000 |
| Texas | $76,000 | $-2,000 |
| Ohio | $74,000 | $-4,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Chiropractors
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $92,000 | +$14,000 |
| Los Angeles | $87,000 | +$9,000 |
| Miami | $80,000 | +$2,000 |
| Houston | $77,000 | $-1,000 |
| Columbus | $73,000 | $-5,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Chiropractor Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Chiropractor from entry level to expert.
$52,000
0-2 years
$80,000
3-7 years
$108,000
8-14 years
$145,000
15+ years
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