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Dentist salary in United States

How much does a Dentist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$240,359
Average $240,359
Low $142,598
High $405,143

The average salary for a dentist is $240,359 per year in the United States. 28k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated August 31, 2026).

Dentist job openings in United States

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Endodontist Associate
Smile Keeper Dental3.6out of 5 stars.
Glen Burnie, MD
$152,877.59 - $400,000.00 a year
Contract
3 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Dentist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Broadway Dental
 
$520,000per year
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Family First Dental
 
$520,000per year
MedTrust
 
$520,000per year
Expert Dental
 
$515,450per year
Marquee Dental Partners
 
$500,000per year
Access Dental, Dentures & Impl...
 
$500,000per year

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Highest paying cities for Dentists near United States

  1. San Antonio, TX
    $276,972 per year
  2. Dallas, TX
    $276,330 per year
  3. Johnstown, PA
    $276,249 per year
  4. Houston, TX
    $261,349 per year
  5. Phoenix, AZ
    $242,118 per year

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Associate Dentist

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