What are the main factors that influence a Dental Operations Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change A Dental Operations Manager's salary?

A Dental Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: an Operations Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $66,014, an Operations Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $94,573, an Dental Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $107,342, a Senior Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $145,520, an Operations Director (5+ years)earns $201,906,

What are the highest paying states for a Dental Operations Manager?

Dental Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Dental Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $115,713, California $115,275, Massachusetts $113,738. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Dental Operations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Dental Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Dental Sales Manager: $161,753; Dental Lab Manager: $118,765; Dental Practice Manager: $98,422; Dental Case Manager: $93,790; Dental Business Manager: $93,080.

Dental Operations Manager Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Dental Operations Manager make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Dental Operations Manager in Rhode Island is $108,356 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,702
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,804 to $122,146
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,377

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Dental Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,146	$10,179	$2,349	$59
Average	$108,356	$9,030	$2,084	$52
25th Percentile	$95,804	$7,984	$1,842	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Dental Operations Manager Salaries

A Dental Operations Manager'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 Dental Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Dental Operations Manager'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): $66,014
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,573
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,342
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,520
Expert (over 8 years): $201,906

Levels	Salary
Operation... Level Dental Operations Manager	$66,014
Operation... Level Dental Operations Manager	$94,573
Dental Op... Level Dental Operations Manager	$107,342
Senior Op... Level Dental Operations Manager	$145,520
Operation... Level Dental Operations Manager	$201,906

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How Do Dental Operations Manager 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 Dental Operations Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $115,713.
California: $115,275.
Massachusetts: $113,738.

District of Columbia $115,713 California $115,275 Massachusetts $113,738 Washington $113,320 New Jersey $113,278 Alaska $113,132 Connecticut $111,690 New York $111,105

Hawaii $109,234 Rhode Island $108,356 Maryland $107,760 Minnesota $106,945 Colorado $106,632 Illinois $106,527 Oregon $106,130 Delaware $105,837

New Hampshire $105,653 Virginia $105,242 Pennsylvania $104,040 Nevada $103,434 North Dakota $103,235 Michigan $102,921 Wisconsin $102,806 Vermont $102,577

Texas $101,939 Maine $101,897 Arizona $101,835 Ohio $101,761 Georgia $100,800 Indiana $100,319 Wyoming $100,225 Utah $100,079

Iowa $100,016 Kansas $99,514 Louisiana $99,368 North Carolina $99,316 Missouri $99,295 Florida $98,887 Montana $98,668 Nebraska $98,459

Kentucky $98,344 South Carolina $97,926 Tennessee $97,665 Idaho $97,560 New Mexico $96,797 Oklahoma $96,630 Alabama $96,013 South Dakota $94,979

Arkansas $94,414 West Virginia $94,111 Mississippi $93,202

Top Paying Cities for Dental Operations Managers

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:

Adamsville: $109,710
Albion: $108,783
Ashaway: $109,502

Adamsville, RI $109,710 Albion, RI $108,783 Ashaway, RI $109,502 Barrington, RI $108,497 Block Island, RI $109,101 Bradford, RI $109,437 Bristol, RI $108,915 Carolina, RI $109,256

Charlestown, RI $109,296 Chepachet, RI $109,078 Clayville, RI $108,774 Coventry, RI $108,779 West Greenwich, RI $109,079 East Greenwich, RI $108,706 Exeter, RI $109,049 Fiskeville, RI $108,495

Forestdale, RI $109,331 Foster, RI $109,021 Glendale, RI $109,339 Greene, RI $109,164 Greenville, RI $108,537 Harmony, RI $108,677 Harrisville, RI $109,292 Hope, RI $108,563

Hope Valley, RI $109,406 Hopkinton, RI $109,551 Jamestown, RI $109,185 Kenyon, RI $109,242 Little Compton, RI $109,694 Manville, RI $108,927 Mapleville, RI $109,099 Newport, RI $109,294

Middletown, RI $109,343 North Kingstown, RI $108,893 North Scituate, RI $108,678 Oakland, RI $109,217 Pascoag, RI $109,364 Pawtucket, RI $108,335 Central Falls, RI $108,383 Cumberland, RI $108,999

Lincoln, RI $108,492 Portsmouth, RI $109,283 Prudence Island, RI $109,058 Rockville, RI $109,534 Saunderstown, RI $109,119 Shannock, RI $109,248 Slatersville, RI $109,332 Slocum, RI $109,116

Tiverton, RI $109,615 Wakefield, RI $109,212 Kingston, RI $109,170 Narragansett, RI $109,242 Peace Dale, RI $109,198 Warren, RI $108,777 Warwick, RI $108,474 Westerly, RI $109,529

West Kingston, RI $109,205 West Warwick, RI $108,607 Wood River Junction, RI $109,360 Woonsocket, RI $109,337 North Smithfield, RI $109,089 Wyoming, RI $109,248 Providence, RI $108,304 Cranston, RI $108,318

North Providence, RI $108,331 East Providence, RI $108,311 Riverside, RI $108,346 Rumford, RI $108,330 Smithfield, RI $108,549 Johnston, RI $108,367

Dental Operations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Dental Operations Manager'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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$95,804

Average $108,356/year

$122,146

$7,984

Average $9,030/month

$10,179

$1,842

Average $2,084/week

$2,349

$46

Average $52/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,146	$10,179	$2,349	$59
Average	$108,356	$9,030	$2,084	$52
25th Percentile	$95,804	$7,984	$1,842	$46

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