The overall job outlook for Orthotist or Prosthetist careers has been relatively unchanged since 2004. Vacancies for this career have slightly increased by 20.28 percent nationwide in that time, with an average growth of 3.38 percent per year. Demand for Orthotists and Prosthetists is expected to go up, with an expected 870 new jobs filled by 2018. This represents an annual increase of 1.83 percent over the next few years.
TOP STATES
There are currently more Orthotists and Prosthetists in the following states
| Michigan | 390 |
| Florida | 380 |
| California | 360 |
| Ohio | 350 |
| New York | 340 |
| Texas | 330 |
| Illinois | 300 |
BOTTOM STATES
The states below have the least number of filled positions for Orthotists and Prosthetists
| New Hampshire | 30 |
| North Dakota | 30 |
| Puerto Rico | 40 |
| South Dakota | 40 |
| West Virginia | 40 |
| Rhode Island | 50 |
| Iowa | 60 |