Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in Rochester

The median dentist earns $167,480 a year in the Rochester metro, with most between $95,840 and $182,580.

25th percentile

$95,840

Entry / lower range

Median

$167,480

The typical pay

75th percentile

$182,580

Experienced / upper range

Rochester runs about 9% below the New York median. Versus the national median, it's about 2% 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 Rochester: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in Rochester?

The median dentist salary in the Rochester area is about $167,480, with most earning between $95,840 and $182,580 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Rochester higher or lower than the rest of New York?

Rochester runs about 9% below the New York state median for dentists.

How does Rochester compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dentist pay in Rochester is about 2% below average.

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