Chiropractic Assistant Salary
Chiropractic assistants perform both medical and clerical duties. They work closely with chiropractors to provide administrative support and assist with patient care in chiropractic offices and clinics.
2026 Salary Overview
The national average income for chiropractic assistants is between $9.76 and $12.89 an hour, or $20,300 and $26,811 annually. Overtime may average between $13.65 and $19.71 an hour. Bonuses can add anything from $135 to $825 to that figure annually. Profit sharing can add between $400 and $1,750.
Years of Experience
Chiropractic assistant salaries with just a few years of experience can expect to make between $8 and $11 an hour. Those with 5 to 9 years of experience earn $10 to $14 an hour, while those with 20 years of experience or more earn about $16 an hour.
Education and Training Requirements
Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience: None required
On-the-job Training: Short-term on-the-job training
Most chiropractic assistants enter the field with a high school diploma and receive on-the-job training. Some employers may prefer candidates with postsecondary education in medical assisting or a related field. Certification programs are available and can improve job prospects.
Job Outlook (2026-2036)
Chiropractic assistants can get promoted and earn more by earning certifications. The U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics has ranked medical assistants, under which chiropractic assistants are categorized, as one amongst the fastest-growing jobs with significant growth expected through 2035.
With the advancing technology and more medical procedures getting discovered, the services of assistants will be in great demand. Assistants with training and certification will have greater chances of being hired.
As of 2025, there were approximately 725,200 jobs in this occupation across the United States, with an expected growth rate of 18 percent from 2025 to 2035.
Work Environment
Chiropractic assistants work primarily in chiropractic offices and clinics. They perform both administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient records, as well as clinical duties like preparing treatment rooms and assisting with patient care.
Salary Trends Over Time
The chart below shows how chiropractic assistant salaries have changed over the years, from 2015 to 2026. You can select a specific state to see localized trends or view the national average.
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Salary by State
The following table shows chiropractic assistant salary data by state, including the lowest 10%, median, highest 10%, and average salaries.
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