Acupuncturists

Code: 29-1291.00

Also known as: Acupuncture Physician, Acupuncture Provider, Acupuncturist, Chinese Medical Doctor, Herbalist, Licensed Acupuncturist (LAC), Oriental Medicine Provider, Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor, Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner

Description: 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.

Acupuncturists

Typical wages


10% $43,200
25% $60,680
Median $82,420
75% $126,070
90% $160,990
10% $20.77
25% $29.17
Median $39.63
75% $60.61
90% $77.4

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
49,600
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
49,400
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 2,300