Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dentist Salary in Richmond

The median dentist earns $218,880 a year in the Richmond metro, with most between $159,200 and $257,920.

25th percentile

$159,200

Entry / lower range

Median

$218,880

The typical pay

75th percentile

$257,920

Experienced / upper range

Richmond runs about 11% above the Virginia median. Versus the national median, it's about 28% 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 Richmond: FAQ

What is the average dentist salary in Richmond?

The median dentist salary in the Richmond area is about $218,880, with most earning between $159,200 and $257,920 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Richmond higher or lower than the rest of Virginia?

Richmond runs about 11% above the Virginia state median for dentists.

How does Richmond compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dentist pay in Richmond is about 28% above average.

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