Plan B
Chiropractor
What they Do
Chiropractors assess, treat, and care for patients by manipulating the spine and musculoskeletal system.
Work Environment
Most chiropractors work in a solo or group chiropractic practice. Some are self-employed. Chiropractors usually work full time, but part-time work is common.
How to Become a Chiropractor
Chiropractors typically need a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) degree. Completing a D.C. program typically takes about 4 years, in addition to at least 3 years of undergraduate study. Every state requires chiropractors to be licensed.
Pay
The median annual wage for chiropractors was $79,000 in May 2024.
Job Outlook
Employment of chiropractors is projected to grow 10 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 2,800 openings for chiropractors are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.