As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Dental Billing Specialist in the US is $63,563, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,222 weekly, or $5,297 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Dental Billing Specialist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Dental Billing Specialist in the US vary widely, spanning from $52,979 to $77,383. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,023) and 75th percentile ($70,797), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,383 per year. This $12,774 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Medical Billing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Dental Billing Specialist often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 59 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Dental Billing Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dental Billing Specialist Salary $52,979 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Dental Billing Specialist Salary $58,023 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Dental Billing Specialist Salary $63,563 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Dental Billing Specialist Salary $70,797 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Dental Billing Specialist Salary $77,383 US May 01, 2026
25% $58,023 10% $52,979 90% $77,383 75% $70,797 $63,563 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. Down a level:

    Billing Clerk III

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. This Job:

    Dental Billing Specialist

    5 - 7 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  3. Up a level:

    Billing Supervisor

    3 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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