Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in Waterbury-Shelton

The median dentist earns $174,370 a year in the Waterbury-Shelton metro, with most between $130,250 and $187,300.

25th percentile

$130,250

Entry / lower range

Median

$174,370

The typical pay

75th percentile

$187,300

Experienced / upper range

Waterbury-Shelton runs about 9% above the Connecticut median. Versus the national median, it's about 2% 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 Waterbury-Shelton: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in Waterbury-Shelton?

The median dentist salary in the Waterbury-Shelton area is about $174,370, with most earning between $130,250 and $187,300 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Waterbury-Shelton higher or lower than the rest of Connecticut?

Waterbury-Shelton runs about 9% above the Connecticut state median for dentists.

How does Waterbury-Shelton compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dentist pay in Waterbury-Shelton is about 2% above average.

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