Dentist Salary in Washington, DC
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$179,368
Hourly Rate
$86.23
/hour
Jobs in Area
169
employed
Dentist Salary Range in Washington, DC
Annual Salary Range
$113k
10th percentile
$147k
25th
$221k
75th
$261k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $113,001 | $54.33 |
| 25th Percentile | $147,270 | $70.80 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $179,368 | $86.23 |
| 75th Percentile | $220,731 | $106.12 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $260,592 | $125.28 |
| Average (Mean) | $197,143 | $94.78 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Dentist salary in Washington, DC is $179,368 per year or $86.23 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 Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Washington, DC Compares
vs National Average
$160,370
vs District of Columbia Average
$148,251
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$128,029
Cost of living in Washington, DC is 40.1% above the national average.
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