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

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

How does experience change A Dentist's salary?

A Dentist's salary grows with experience: starting around $212,873 for beginners, reaching about $214,195 at mid-level, and approach $218,841 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Dentist?

Dentist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Dentist roles are District of Columbia $216,443, California $215,622, Massachusetts $212,749. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Dentist roles make?

Salaries for Dentist level roles vary by specialization: Pediatric Dentist: $200,973; General Dentist: $197,179; Senior Dentist: $196,605; Traveling Dentist: $196,601; Associate Dentist: $194,708.

Dentist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Dentist make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Dentist in District of Columbia is $216,443 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $104.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $277,834
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $207,584 to $248,577
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $199,519

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Dentist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$248,577	$20,715	$4,780	$120
Average	$216,443	$18,037	$4,162	$104
25th Percentile	$207,584	$17,299	$3,992	$100

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Key Factors That Influence Dentist Salaries

A Dentist'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 Dentist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Dentist'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): $212,873
Early Career (1-2 years): $213,534
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $214,195
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $215,121
Expert (over 8 years): $218,841

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Dentist	$212,873
Intermediate Level Dentist	$213,534
Senior Level Dentist	$214,195
Specialist Level Dentist	$215,121
Expert Level Dentist	$218,841

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How Do Dentist 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 Dentists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $216,443.
California: $215,622.
Massachusetts: $212,749.

District of Columbia $216,443 California $215,622 Massachusetts $212,749 Washington $211,967 New Jersey $211,888 Alaska $211,615 Connecticut $208,917 New York $207,822

Hawaii $204,323 Rhode Island $202,681 Maryland $201,567 Minnesota $200,042 Colorado $199,455 Illinois $199,260 Oregon $198,517 Delaware $197,970

New Hampshire $197,626 Virginia $196,855 Pennsylvania $194,607 Nevada $193,473 North Dakota $193,102 Michigan $192,516 Wisconsin $192,301 Vermont $191,870

Texas $190,678 Maine $190,600 Arizona $190,483 Ohio $190,346 Georgia $188,547 Indiana $187,648 Wyoming $187,472 Utah $187,198

Iowa $187,081 Kansas $186,143 Louisiana $185,869 North Carolina $185,771 Missouri $185,732 Florida $184,970 Montana $184,559 Nebraska $184,168

Kentucky $183,953 South Carolina $183,171 Tennessee $182,683 Idaho $182,487 New Mexico $181,060 Oklahoma $180,747 Alabama $179,594 South Dakota $177,659

Arkansas $176,603 West Virginia $176,036 Mississippi $174,335

Top Paying Cities for Dentists

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:

Parcel Return Service: $216,443
Washington: $216,443
Naval Anacost Annex: $216,443

Parcel Return Service, DC $216,443 Washington, DC $216,443 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $216,443 Washington Navy Yard, DC $216,443

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

Understanding how a Dentist'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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$207,584

Average $216,443/year

$248,577

$17,299

Average $18,037/month

$20,715

$3,992

Average $4,162/week

$4,780

$100

Average $104/hour

$120

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$248,577	$20,715	$4,780	$120
Average	$216,443	$18,037	$4,162	$104
25th Percentile	$207,584	$17,299	$3,992	$100

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