Locum Dentist Salary in Santa Fe, NM

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How much does a Locum Dentist make in Santa Fe, NM?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Locum Dentist in Santa Fe, NM is $146,534. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $97,155 to a high of $202,620, with most professionals earning between $120,687 and $175,892.

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What is a Locum Dentist?

A Locum Dentist is a temporary or substitute dentist who fills in for regular dentists when they are on leave or unable to work. Their responsibilities include providing dental care and treatment to patients, diagnosing dental conditions, performing dental procedures such as fillings, extractions, and cleanings, and educating patients on proper oral hygiene. They may also be required to maintain patient records and communicate with other healthcare professionals as needed. Additionally, locum dentists must adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure the safety and well-being of their patients.

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Average Salary Range for Locum Dentist in Santa Fe, NM

Average Base Salary

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120687
175892
146534

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120687
175892
146534
What is the average salary for Locum Dentist in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Locum Dentist in Santa Fe, NM. The base salary for Locum Dentist ranges from $120,687 to $175,892 with the average base salary of $146,534. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $120,687 to $175,892 with the average total cash compensation of $146,534.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $146,534 $120,687 - $175,892
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $146,534 $120,687 - $175,892
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Locum Dentist Salary Near Santa Fe, NM

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Santa Fe, NM
CITY, STATE Rio Rancho, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,696 - $174,448 COMPARE TO Santa Fe, NM
CITY, STATE Albuquerque, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $120,079 - $175,006 COMPARE TO Santa Fe, NM
CITY, STATE Farmington, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $118,468 - $172,657 COMPARE TO Santa Fe, NM
CITY, STATE Clovis, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $115,049 - $167,674 COMPARE TO Santa Fe, NM
CITY, STATE Roswell, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,003 - $163,235 COMPARE TO Santa Fe, NM
CITY, STATE Alamogordo, NM AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $113,919 - $166,027 COMPARE TO Santa Fe, NM
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About Santa Fe, New Mexico    Santa Fe (/ˌsæntəˈfeɪ/ or /ˈsæntəˌfeɪ/; Tewa: Oghá P'o'oge, Navajo: Yootó) is the capital of the U.S. state of New Mexico. It is the fourth-largest ci....More

Santa Fe, New Mexico  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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