How much does a Dental Director make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dental Director in the United States is $139,692. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $126,030 to $151,777, with most professionals earning between $113,591 and $162,779.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Dental Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dental Director Salary $113,591 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Dental Director Salary $126,030 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Dental Director Salary $139,692 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Dental Director Salary $151,777 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Dental Director Salary $162,779 US March 01, 2025
25% $126,030 10% $113,591 90% $162,779 75% $151,777 $139,692 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Dental Director in the United States. The base salary for Dental Director ranges from $126,030 to $151,777 with the average base salary of $139,692. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $151,171 to $187,206 with the average total cash compensation of $169,909.

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