Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in Lafayette

The median dentist earns $171,860 a year in the Lafayette metro, with most between $95,140 and $174,990.

25th percentile

$95,140

Entry / lower range

Median

$171,860

The typical pay

75th percentile

$174,990

Experienced / upper range

Lafayette runs about 1% in line with the Louisiana median. Versus the national median, it's about 1% in line with 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 Lafayette: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in Lafayette?

The median dentist salary in the Lafayette area is about $171,860, with most earning between $95,140 and $174,990 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Lafayette higher or lower than the rest of Louisiana?

Lafayette runs about 1% in line with the Louisiana state median for dentists.

How does Lafayette compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dentist pay in Lafayette is about 1% in line with average.

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