Acupuncturists
Role Overview
Diagnose, treat, and prevent disorders by stimulating specific acupuncture points within the body using acupuncture needles. May also use cups, nutritional supplements, therapeutic massage, acupressure, and other alternative health therapies. Excludes “Chiropractors” (29-1011).
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Florida | $183,530 |
| Michigan | $153,350 |
| Massachusetts | $135,250 |
| Minnesota | $124,640 |
| District of Columbia | $97,080 |
| New York | $93,610 |
| Arizona | $87,780 |
| New Jersey | $86,550 |
| New Mexico | $83,220 |
| New Hampshire | $83,110 |
| Kentucky | $82,220 |
| Texas | $82,170 |
| Alaska | $82,040 |
| Missouri | $80,360 |
| Maryland | $78,080 |
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Median Annual Salary
$78,140
Projected Growth (10yr)
+6.8%
Avg. annual openings
0.9k
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