Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary by State

Nationally, the median dentist earns $170,950 a year. Pick a state for local pay, ranges, and top-paying metros.

Note: BLS figures reflect employed dentists. Many dentists own their practices, and owner earnings aren't included — which can make high-ownership areas read lower than you'd expect.

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