Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in Louisville/Jefferson County

The median dentist earns $151,420 a year in the Louisville/Jefferson County metro, with most between $107,870 and $215,760.

25th percentile

$107,870

Entry / lower range

Median

$151,420

The typical pay

75th percentile

$215,760

Experienced / upper range

Louisville/Jefferson County runs about 13% above the Kentucky median. Versus the national median, it's about 11% 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 Louisville/Jefferson County: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in Louisville/Jefferson County?

The median dentist salary in the Louisville/Jefferson County area is about $151,420, with most earning between $107,870 and $215,760 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Louisville/Jefferson County higher or lower than the rest of Kentucky?

Louisville/Jefferson County runs about 13% above the Kentucky state median for dentists.

How does Louisville/Jefferson County compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dentist pay in Louisville/Jefferson County is about 11% below average.