Naturopaths

Overview

Naturopaths

Introduction

Naturopaths—also called naturopathic physicians and naturopathic doctors (N.D.s)—are licensed health professionals who practice an approach to health care called naturopathic medicine. Naturopathic medicine (also called naturopathy) is a distinct system of health care that uses a variety of natural approaches to health and healing, including clinical nutrition, counseling, herbal medicine, homeopathy, and physical therapy. Naturopaths recognize the integrity of the whole person, and they emphasize the indi...

Quick Facts


Median Salary

$95,642

Employment Prospects

Good

Minimum Education Level

Doctorate


Experience

Clinical training


Skills

Business Management|Interpersonal|Scientific


Personality Traits

Helpful|Scientific|Social

Earnings

A 2020 survey conducted by the Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges (AANMC) found that, in the United States, the average salary for naturopaths was $95,642. Those working full-time earned $80,000 to $150,000.

Naturopaths earned average salaries of $70,751 in 2024, according to PayScale.com. Earnings ranged from $39,000 to $149,000.

Income also depends on such f...

Work Environment

Naturopathic physicians work in clean, quiet, comfortable offices. Most solo practitioners and group practices have an office suite. The suite generally has a reception area. In clinics, several professionals may share this area. The suite also contains examining rooms and treatment rooms. In a clinic where several professionals work, there sometimes are separate offices for the individual prof...

Outlook

While the U.S. Department of Labor does not provide specific information on the employment outlook for naturopathic physicians, it does project overall employment in the field of health care occupations to grow much faster than the average through 2033.

As public interest in alternative health care grows, many health-conscious individuals are attracted to naturopathy because of its natur...