Dentist Salary in Atlanta, GA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$156,820
Hourly Rate
$75.39
/hour
Jobs in Area
161
employed
Dentist Salary Range in Atlanta, GA
Annual Salary Range
$98k
10th percentile
$125k
25th
$184k
75th
$230k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $98,458 | $47.34 |
| 25th Percentile | $124,891 | $60.04 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $156,820 | $75.39 |
| 75th Percentile | $184,469 | $88.69 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $230,224 | $110.68 |
| Average (Mean) | $170,835 | $82.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Dentist salary in Atlanta, GA is $156,820 per year or $75.39 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Atlanta, GA Compares
vs National Average
$160,370
vs Georgia Average
$172,669
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$154,047
Cost of living in Atlanta, GA is 1.8% above the national average.
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