What are the main factors that influence a DDS's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for DDS?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for DDS roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A DDS's salary?

A DDS's salary grows with experience: starting around $194,574 for beginners, reaching about $195,874 at mid-level, and approach $200,223 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a DDS?

DDS salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for DDS roles are District of Columbia $216,600, California $215,800, Massachusetts $212,900. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of DDS roles make?

Salaries for DDS level roles vary by specialization: Dentist DDS DMD: $200,268; Associate Dentist DDS DMD: $197,816; Dentist: $195,585; Dentist DDS: $193,289; DDS Dental Assistant: $42,100.

DDS Salary in Delaware

How much does a DDS make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a DDS in Delaware is $198,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $95.

However, a DDS's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $252,930
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $189,400 to $226,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $181,479

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DDS Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$226,800	$18,900	$4,362	$109
Average	$198,100	$16,508	$3,810	$95
25th Percentile	$189,400	$15,783	$3,642	$91

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Key Factors That Influence DDS Salaries

A DDS's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects DDS Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a DDS's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $194,574
Early Career (1-2 years): $195,224
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $195,874
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $196,784
Expert (over 8 years): $200,223

Levels	Salary
Entry Level DDS	$194,574
Intermediate Level DDS	$195,224
Senior Level DDS	$195,874
Specialist Level DDS	$196,784
Expert Level DDS	$200,223

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How Do DDS Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract DDS. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $216,600.
California: $215,800.
Massachusetts: $212,900.

District of Columbia $216,600 California $215,800 Massachusetts $212,900 Washington $212,100 New Jersey $212,000 Alaska $211,800 Connecticut $209,100 New York $208,000

Hawaii $204,500 Rhode Island $202,800 Maryland $201,700 Minnesota $200,200 Colorado $199,600 Illinois $199,400 Oregon $198,700 Delaware $198,100

New Hampshire $197,800 Virginia $197,000 Pennsylvania $194,800 Nevada $193,600 North Dakota $193,200 Michigan $192,700 Wisconsin $192,400 Vermont $192,000

Texas $190,800 Maine $190,700 Arizona $190,600 Ohio $190,500 Georgia $188,700 Indiana $187,800 Wyoming $187,600 Utah $187,300

Iowa $187,200 Kansas $186,300 Louisiana $186,000 North Carolina $185,900 Missouri $185,900 Florida $185,100 Montana $184,700 Nebraska $184,300

Kentucky $184,100 South Carolina $183,300 Tennessee $182,800 Idaho $182,600 New Mexico $181,200 Oklahoma $180,900 Alabama $179,700 South Dakota $177,800

Arkansas $176,700 West Virginia $176,200 Mississippi $174,500

Top Paying Cities for DDS

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $197,200
Little Creek: $198,700
Magnolia: $198,400

Lincoln, DE $197,200 Little Creek, DE $198,700 Magnolia, DE $198,400 Milford, DE $197,700 Marydel, DE $198,100 Millsboro, DE $196,400 Millville, DE $196,700 Milton, DE $197,000

Nassau, DE $197,200 Ocean View, DE $196,700 Rehoboth Beach, DE $197,000 Seaford, DE $197,200 Selbyville, DE $196,300 Smyrna, DE $198,800 Viola, DE $197,900 Woodside, DE $198,400

Bear, DE $198,000 Newark, DE $197,900 Claymont, DE $198,300 Delaware City, DE $198,100 Hockessin, DE $197,900 Kirkwood, DE $198,100 Middletown, DE $198,100 Montchanin, DE $197,900

New Castle, DE $197,900 Odessa, DE $198,200 Port Penn, DE $198,400 Rockland, DE $197,900 Saint Georges, DE $198,100 Townsend, DE $198,400 Winterthur, DE $198,000 Lewes, DE $197,100

Wilmington, DE $197,900 Dover, DE $198,700 Dover Afb, DE $197,600 Bethany Beach, DE $196,500 Bethel, DE $196,700 Bridgeville, DE $197,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $198,100 Cheswold, DE $198,600

Clayton, DE $198,600 Dagsboro, DE $196,300 Delmar, DE $196,000 Ellendale, DE $196,600 Felton, DE $197,700 Fenwick Island, DE $196,400 Frankford, DE $196,000 Frederica, DE $197,900

Georgetown, DE $196,300 Greenwood, DE $197,200 Harbeson, DE $196,500 Harrington, DE $197,500 Hartly, DE $198,100 Houston, DE $197,200 Kenton, DE $198,600 Laurel, DE $196,100

Yorklyn, DE $197,900

DDS Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

DDS salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $222,839. While startup companies pay approximate $189,216.

DDS Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$189,216
Growth Stage	51~500	$199,914
Established	501~5000	$215,393
Enterprise	5000+	$222,839

DDS Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For DDS roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, DDS positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view DDS as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a DDS

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$297,150	$143.0	50%
Biotechnology	$237,720	$114.0	20%

DDS Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a DDS's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$189,400

Average $198,100/year

$226,800

$15,783

Average $16,508/month

$18,900

$3,642

Average $3,810/week

$4,362

$91

Average $95/hour

$109

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$226,800	$18,900	$4,362	$109
Average	$198,100	$16,508	$3,810	$95
25th Percentile	$189,400	$15,783	$3,642	$91

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