Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in Salinas

The median dentist earns $185,040 a year in the Salinas metro, with most between $140,860 and $274,880.

25th percentile

$140,860

Entry / lower range

Median

$185,040

The typical pay

75th percentile

$274,880

Experienced / upper range

Salinas runs about 12% above the California median. Versus the national median, it's about 8% 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 Salinas: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in Salinas?

The median dentist salary in the Salinas area is about $185,040, with most earning between $140,860 and $274,880 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Salinas higher or lower than the rest of California?

Salinas runs about 12% above the California state median for dentists.

How does Salinas compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dentist pay in Salinas is about 8% above average.

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