Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in Trenton-Princeton

The median dentist earns $216,750 a year in the Trenton-Princeton metro, with most between $128,710 and $232,640.

25th percentile

$128,710

Entry / lower range

Median

$216,750

The typical pay

75th percentile

$232,640

Experienced / upper range

Trenton-Princeton runs about 27% above the New Jersey median. Versus the national median, it's about 27% 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 Trenton-Princeton: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in Trenton-Princeton?

The median dentist salary in the Trenton-Princeton area is about $216,750, with most earning between $128,710 and $232,640 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Trenton-Princeton higher or lower than the rest of New Jersey?

Trenton-Princeton runs about 27% above the New Jersey state median for dentists.

How does Trenton-Princeton compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dentist pay in Trenton-Princeton is about 27% above average.

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