Specialty dentists have the highest annual mean wage in the offices of dentists industry, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The average annual wage for specialty dentists across all industries and practice settings is $246,530
The agency released updated compensation data in April to reflect 2024 information, the most recent available.
Here are the 5 highest-paying industries for specialty dentists, along with the average annual salary:
- Offices of dentists: $273,210
- Outpatient care centers: $252,330
- Federal executive branch: $214,570
- Offices of physicians: $193,080
- Medical equipment and supplies manufacturing: $167,420
