Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in Lexington-Fayette

The median dentist earns $114,990 a year in the Lexington-Fayette metro, with most between $85,020 and $155,580.

25th percentile

$85,020

Entry / lower range

Median

$114,990

The typical pay

75th percentile

$155,580

Experienced / upper range

Lexington-Fayette runs about 14% below the Kentucky median. Versus the national median, it's about 33% below 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 Lexington-Fayette: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in Lexington-Fayette?

The median dentist salary in the Lexington-Fayette area is about $114,990, with most earning between $85,020 and $155,580 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Lexington-Fayette higher or lower than the rest of Kentucky?

Lexington-Fayette runs about 14% below the Kentucky state median for dentists.

How does Lexington-Fayette compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dentist pay in Lexington-Fayette is about 33% below average.

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