Number of dentists to grow by 6,800 by 2032

The number of dentists is projected to increase 6,800 by 2023, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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The profession is projected to grow by 4%, which is slightly higher than the average growth rate of all professions of 3%. 

Here are the job outlook stats for dentists, which were updated Sept. 6:

Median pay in 2022: $159,530 per year ($76.70 per hour)

Number of jobs in 2022: 155,000

Employment change, 2022-2032: 6,800

Growth rate, 2022-2032: 4% increase

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