Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in Albuquerque

The median dentist earns $141,580 a year in the Albuquerque metro, with most between $115,740 and $226,330.

25th percentile

$115,740

Entry / lower range

Median

$141,580

The typical pay

75th percentile

$226,330

Experienced / upper range

Albuquerque runs about 9% below the New Mexico median. Versus the national median, it's about 17% 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 Albuquerque: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in Albuquerque?

The median dentist salary in the Albuquerque area is about $141,580, with most earning between $115,740 and $226,330 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Albuquerque higher or lower than the rest of New Mexico?

Albuquerque runs about 9% below the New Mexico state median for dentists.

How does Albuquerque compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dentist pay in Albuquerque is about 17% below average.