Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in St. Louis

The median dentist earns $210,430 a year in the St. Louis metro, with most between $130,300 and $373,770.

25th percentile

$130,300

Entry / lower range

Median

$210,430

The typical pay

75th percentile

$373,770

Experienced / upper range

St. Louis runs about 35% above the Illinois median. Versus the national median, it's about 23% 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 St. Louis: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in St. Louis?

The median dentist salary in the St. Louis area is about $210,430, with most earning between $130,300 and $373,770 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is St. Louis higher or lower than the rest of Illinois?

St. Louis runs about 35% above the Illinois state median for dentists.

How does St. Louis compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dentist pay in St. Louis is about 23% above average.