What are the main factors that influence a General Practice Dentist'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 General Practice Dentist?

The Education industry offers the highest average compensation for General Practice Dentist roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A General Practice Dentist's salary?

A General Practice Dentist's salary grows with experience: starting around $127,171 for beginners, reaching about $130,784 at mid-level, and approach $137,188 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a General Practice Dentist?

General Practice Dentist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Practice Dentist roles are District of Columbia $142,077, California $141,538, Massachusetts $139,652. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of General Practice Dentist roles make?

Salaries for General Practice Dentist level roles vary by specialization: Physician/Doctor - General Practice: $245,490; General Practice Physician: $238,968; General Dentist Associate: $198,765; General Dentist: $197,223; Dentist: $195,585.

General Practice Dentist Salary in Delaware

How much does a General Practice Dentist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Practice Dentist in Delaware is $129,951 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $149,406
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $109,942 to $140,134
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,725

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General Practice Dentist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,134	$11,678	$2,695	$67
Average	$129,951	$10,829	$2,499	$62
25th Percentile	$109,942	$9,162	$2,114	$53

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Key Factors That Influence General Practice Dentist Salaries

A General Practice 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 General Practice Dentist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a General Practice 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): $127,171
Early Career (1-2 years): $128,005
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,784
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $135,592
Expert (over 8 years): $137,188

Levels	Salary
Entry Level General Practice Dentist	$127,171
Intermediate Level General Practice Dentist	$128,005
Senior Level General Practice Dentist	$130,784
Specialist Level General Practice Dentist	$135,592
Expert Level General Practice Dentist	$137,188

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

District of Columbia: $142,077.
California: $141,538.
Massachusetts: $139,652.

District of Columbia $142,077 California $141,538 Massachusetts $139,652 Washington $139,138 New Jersey $139,087 Alaska $138,907 Connecticut $137,137 New York $136,418

Hawaii $134,121 Rhode Island $133,043 Maryland $132,312 Minnesota $131,311 Colorado $130,926 Illinois $130,798 Oregon $130,310 Delaware $129,951

New Hampshire $129,725 Virginia $129,219 Pennsylvania $127,744 Nevada $126,999 North Dakota $126,755 Michigan $126,371 Wisconsin $126,229 Vermont $125,947

Texas $125,164 Maine $125,113 Arizona $125,036 Ohio $124,946 Georgia $123,766 Indiana $123,175 Wyoming $123,060 Utah $122,880

Iowa $122,803 Kansas $122,187 Louisiana $122,008 North Carolina $121,943 Missouri $121,918 Florida $121,417 Montana $121,148 Nebraska $120,891

Kentucky $120,750 South Carolina $120,237 Tennessee $119,916 Idaho $119,788 New Mexico $118,851 Oklahoma $118,646 Alabama $117,889 South Dakota $116,618

Arkansas $115,925 West Virginia $115,553 Mississippi $114,437

Top Paying Cities for General Practice 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:

Lincoln: $129,366
Little Creek: $130,313
Magnolia: $130,125

Lincoln, DE $129,366 Little Creek, DE $130,313 Magnolia, DE $130,125 Milford, DE $129,694 Marydel, DE $129,907 Millsboro, DE $128,823 Millville, DE $129,022 Milton, DE $129,245

Nassau, DE $129,339 Ocean View, DE $129,000 Rehoboth Beach, DE $129,247 Seaford, DE $129,321 Selbyville, DE $128,786 Smyrna, DE $130,402 Viola, DE $129,802 Woodside, DE $130,151

Bear, DE $129,851 Newark, DE $129,802 Claymont, DE $130,067 Delaware City, DE $129,931 Hockessin, DE $129,790 Kirkwood, DE $129,907 Middletown, DE $129,957 Montchanin, DE $129,820

New Castle, DE $129,839 Odessa, DE $130,021 Port Penn, DE $130,109 Rockland, DE $129,833 Saint Georges, DE $129,916 Townsend, DE $130,116 Winterthur, DE $129,848 Lewes, DE $129,295

Wilmington, DE $129,797 Dover, DE $130,313 Dover Afb, DE $129,626 Bethany Beach, DE $128,864 Bethel, DE $128,997 Bridgeville, DE $129,301 Camden Wyoming, DE $129,946 Cheswold, DE $130,270

Clayton, DE $130,274 Dagsboro, DE $128,774 Delmar, DE $128,567 Ellendale, DE $128,957 Felton, DE $129,684 Fenwick Island, DE $128,802 Frankford, DE $128,578 Frederica, DE $129,812

Georgetown, DE $128,725 Greenwood, DE $129,322 Harbeson, DE $128,863 Harrington, DE $129,520 Hartly, DE $129,922 Houston, DE $129,335 Kenton, DE $130,280 Laurel, DE $128,648

Yorklyn, DE $129,829

General Practice Dentist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For General Practice Dentist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Education, offers compensation 25% above the average. Conversely, General Practice Dentist positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view General Practice Dentist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a General Practice Dentist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Education	$162,438	$78.0	25%

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

Understanding how a General Practice 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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$109,942

Average $129,951/year

$140,134

$9,162

Average $10,829/month

$11,678

$2,114

Average $2,499/week

$2,695

$53

Average $62/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,134	$11,678	$2,695	$67
Average	$129,951	$10,829	$2,499	$62
25th Percentile	$109,942	$9,162	$2,114	$53

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