Dentist salary in the United States

Average salary

$124,500/yr

Based on 5,484 income tax records

$28,500

$289,000

Age:

Average salary by age

18-25

26-35

36-45

46-55

56+

$65K

$112K

$143K

$147K

$132K

$28,500

$289,000

How much do Dentists make?

The average total salary for a Dentist is $124,500 per year. This is based on data from 5,484 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Dentist and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Dentist salary can vary between $28,500 to $289,000 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more

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Based on income reported to the IRS in box 1 of W-2.

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Dentist salary by location

Dentist salary by company

US Department Of Defense, Bexar County, TX

16 income tax records

$128,500/yr

$71K – $207K

Montefiore Health System, New York County, NY

10 income tax records

$33,000/yr

$32K – $61K

Dentist demographics in United States

47% are single

53% are married

37% have kids

52% own a home

Effective Tax Rates for Dentists in United States

5,484 full-time salaries from 2019

FAQS

What is the average salary for a dentist in the United States?

The average salary for a dentist in the United States is $124,500 per year. Dentist salaries in the United States can vary between $28,500 to $289,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

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Where is this data coming from?

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 5,484 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as dentist.

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Which cities offer the highest salaries for dentists in the United States?

The following cities offer the highest salaries for dentists in the United States: Raleigh Metro Area, NC ($182,500 a year), Durham Metro Area, NC ($161,500 a year), and Charleston Metro Area, SC ($161,000 a year).

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Total salary ranges shown here exclude outliers.