Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in Gainesville

The median dentist earns $184,220 a year in the Gainesville metro, with most between $130,650 and $221,060.

25th percentile

$130,650

Entry / lower range

Median

$184,220

The typical pay

75th percentile

$221,060

Experienced / upper range

Gainesville runs about 5% above the Florida 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 Gainesville: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in Gainesville?

The median dentist salary in the Gainesville area is about $184,220, with most earning between $130,650 and $221,060 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Gainesville higher or lower than the rest of Florida?

Gainesville runs about 5% above the Florida state median for dentists.

How does Gainesville compare nationally?

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

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