Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dental Specialist Salary in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin

The median dental specialist earns $269,160 a year in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro, with most between $224,470 and $269,180.

25th percentile

$224,470

Entry / lower range

Median

$269,160

The typical pay

75th percentile

$269,180

Experienced / upper range

Chicago-Naperville-Elgin runs about 7% above the Illinois median. Versus the national median, it's about 20% above average.

Note: BLS figures reflect employed dental specialists. Many dental specialists 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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Dental Specialist salary in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin: FAQ

What is the average dental specialist salary in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin?

The median dental specialist salary in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area is about $269,160, with most earning between $224,470 and $269,180 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Chicago-Naperville-Elgin higher or lower than the rest of Illinois?

Chicago-Naperville-Elgin runs about 7% above the Illinois state median for dental specialists.

How does Chicago-Naperville-Elgin compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dental specialist pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin is about 20% above average.

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