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Chiropractor Salary in Los Angeles, California

The median chiropractor salary in Los Angeles, CA is $115,500 per year, which is 54.0% above the national median and 5.5% above the California state average.

City Median
$115,500
vs State Avg
+$6,000
vs National
+$40,500
Cost of Living
146%

Chiropractor Salary in Los Angeles by Experience

In Los Angeles, an entry-level chiropractor earns around $64,680, while experienced professionals earn up to $215,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 146% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$64,680
+$22,680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$120,120
+$42,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$215,600
+$75,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Los Angeles, CA

Percentile Los Angeles
10th Percentile $58,520
25th Percentile $80,080
Median (50th) $115,500
75th Percentile $161,700
90th Percentile $234,080

Chiropractor Salary in Other California Cities

San Francisco, CA
$142,500
Pop. 873,965
San Jose, CA
$132,000
Pop. 1,013,240
San Diego, CA
$112,500
Pop. 1,386,932
Sacramento, CA
$94,500
Pop. 524,943

How to Become a Chiropractor in Los Angeles

Education

Most chiropractor positions require a doctoral degree. Los Angeles and the surrounding California area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Spinal ManipulationPatient AssessmentRehabilitationAnatomyX-ray InterpretationCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, chiropractor employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Los Angeles may vary based on local industry and population growth.