Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS May 2025
Dentist Salary in New Haven
The median dentist earns $129,380 a year in the New Haven metro, with the middle half between $103,430 and $198,130.[1]
25th percentile
$103,430
Lower end of the middle half
Median
$129,380
Half earn more, half earn less
75th percentile
$198,130
Upper end of the middle half
New Haven runs about 19% lower than the Connecticut median and ranks 4th of 5 Connecticut metros. It is about 24% lower than the national median.
New Haven pay range vs. Connecticut and the U.S.
| Percentile | Metro annual | Connecticut annual | U.S. annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $49,850 | $89,430 | $86,250 |
| 25th percentile | $103,430 | $121,420 | $125,710 |
| Median | $129,380 | $160,440 | $170,950 |
| 75th percentile | $198,130 | $205,220 | $224,040 |
| 90th percentile | $311,590 | $362,870 | $319,630 |
| Mean (average) | $159,210 | $183,990 | $191,350 |
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Dentist salary in New Haven: FAQ
How much do dentists make in New Haven?
The median dentist salary in the New Haven metro area is $129,380, with the middle half earning between $103,430 and $198,130 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). The full range runs from $49,850 at the 10th percentile to $311,590 at the 90th.
Is New Haven higher or lower than the rest of Connecticut?
New Haven runs about 19% lower than the Connecticut state median for dentists. It ranks 4th of 5 Connecticut metro areas by median pay. (DSO Hire calculation from BLS figures.)
How does New Haven compare nationally?
Dentist pay in New Haven is about 24% lower than the U.S. median. (DSO Hire calculation from BLS figures, not adjusted for cost of living.)
How many dentists work in the New Haven area?
BLS estimates 290 dentists were employed in the New Haven metro area in May 2025. Its location quotient is 1.27, so the role is more concentrated than the national average.
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