5 best, worst-paying states for dentists in 2023

Delaware is the highest-paying state for dentists, while Alaska is the lowest-paying state, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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The federal agency released updated salary data for dental jobs to reflect 2022 information on April 25.

Here are the top five highest and lowest paying states for dentists in 2023: 

Best

1. Delaware: $206,270

2. Rhode Island: $204,770

3. North Carolina: $202,550

4. New Hampshire: $200,970

5. Arkansas: $192,400

Worst

1. West Virginia: $145,300

2. South Dakota: $144,860

3. Idaho: $141,170

4. Utah: $131,490

5. Alaska: $118,030

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