5 workplaces where dentists earn the most in 2023

State government facilities are the top paying workplaces for dentists in the U.S., according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

Top five highest paying workplaces for general dentists:

Workplaces

Average hourly wage

Average annual salary

State government, excluding schools and hospitals

$ 94.18

$ 195,900

Other ambulatory healthcare services

$ 89.40

$ 185,940

Dental offices

$ 83.72

$ 174,140

Outpatient care centers

$ 82.01

$ 170,580

Physician offices

$ 79.93

$ 166,260

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