Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in Tucson

The median dentist earns $182,200 a year in the Tucson metro, with most between $121,170 and $204,620.

25th percentile

$121,170

Entry / lower range

Median

$182,200

The typical pay

75th percentile

$204,620

Experienced / upper range

Tucson runs about 6% below the Arizona median. Versus the national median, it's about 7% above average.

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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Dentist salary in Tucson: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in Tucson?

The median dentist salary in the Tucson area is about $182,200, with most earning between $121,170 and $204,620 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Tucson higher or lower than the rest of Arizona?

Tucson runs about 6% below the Arizona state median for dentists.

How does Tucson compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dentist pay in Tucson is about 7% above average.