Dentist Salary in Chicago, IL
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$171,240
Hourly Rate
$82.33
/hour
Jobs in Area
157
employed
Dentist Salary Range in Chicago, IL
Annual Salary Range
$115k
10th percentile
$139k
25th
$205k
75th
$250k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $114,632 | $55.11 |
| 25th Percentile | $139,013 | $66.83 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $171,240 | $82.33 |
| 75th Percentile | $204,986 | $98.55 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $250,230 | $120.30 |
| Average (Mean) | $184,324 | $88.62 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Dentist salary in Chicago, IL is $171,240 per year or $82.33 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 Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Chicago, IL Compares
vs National Average
$160,370
vs Illinois Average
$157,202
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$162,467
Cost of living in Chicago, IL is 5.4% above the national average.
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