Dentist hygienist has been ranked as the best dental job in 2026 by U.S. News and World Report.
U.S. News and World Report released its annual ranking Jan. 13, highlighting the 100 best jobs across 17 categories. The media company analyzes salary data, unemployment rates and growth prospects to create the listing.
Here are four dental roles ranked among the 100 best jobs in the U.S.:
No. 21: Dental hygienist
Projected jobs: 15,500
Median salary: $94,260
No. 26: Oral and maxillofacial surgeon
Projected jobs: 300
Median salary: $239,200
No. 68: Dentist
Projected jobs: 5.400
Median salary: $172,790
No. 75: Orthodontist
Projected jobs: 300
Median salary: $239,200
