Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in Columbia

The median dentist earns $207,450 a year in the Columbia metro, with most between $174,990 and $264,990.

25th percentile

$174,990

Entry / lower range

Median

$207,450

The typical pay

75th percentile

$264,990

Experienced / upper range

Columbia runs about 1% in line with the Missouri median. Versus the national median, it's about 21% 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 Columbia: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in Columbia?

The median dentist salary in the Columbia area is about $207,450, with most earning between $174,990 and $264,990 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Columbia higher or lower than the rest of Missouri?

Columbia runs about 1% in line with the Missouri state median for dentists.

How does Columbia compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dentist pay in Columbia is about 21% above average.

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