Two of the worst-paying states for dentists are also ranked among the worst states for jobs, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and WalletHub.
WalletHub recently ranked the best and worst states for jobs based on 34 key indicators of job market strength and economic environment.
Becker's compared 2022 salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to WalletHub's ranking of the worst states for jobs.
To see what dentists earn in the 10 best states for jobs, click here.
Here is what dentists earn in the 10 worst states for jobs:
Note: Salary data was not available for every state.
50. West Virginia: $145,300
49. Kentucky: $188,910
48. Mississippi: $157,110
47. Louisiana: $165,610
46. Pennsylvania: $174,310
45. Indiana: N/A
44. Oregon: $181,330
43. Arkansas: $192,400
42. Alabama: $190,370
41. Idaho: $141,170