High-paying dental jobs in Chicago

Dental focuses on oral health care, including prevention and treatment of dental issues. Dentists and hygienists work with patients to provide services and education. Strong communication and technical skills are necessary.


The 421 dental jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $43,640 and $242,711 per year. Dental Assistant, Dental Hygienist and Dentist are among the most popular high-paying roles in Chicago, IL.

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Updated Nov 13, 2026
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Chicago, IL
Illinois
Job openings (Chicago)

Dental Specialist

Chicago

$242,711 per year

Illinois

$74,004 per year

Associate Dentist

Chicago

$235,068 per year

Illinois

$232,385 per year

Dentist

Chicago

$229,245 per year

Illinois

$235,910 per year

Periodontist

Chicago

$218,728 per year

Illinois

$219,568 per year

Dental Hygienist

Chicago

$54.90 per hour

Illinois

$50.80 per hour

Dental Assistant

Chicago

$22.38 per hour

Illinois

$22.03 per hour

Orthodontic Assistant

Chicago

$22.21 per hour

Illinois

$22.04 per hour

Pediatric Dental Assistant

Chicago

$21.82 per hour

Illinois

$21.40 per hour

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