How much does a dentist make in Arizona?
$244,200a year
Median yearly pay for dentists in Arizona. That is $117.39 an hour or $20,350 a month.
- Hourly
- $117.39
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 19
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $130,600Median: $244,200Highest 10%: $482,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $130,600 | $62.80 | |
| 25th | $188,300 | $90.52 | |
| Median | $244,200 | $117.39 | |
| 75th | $323,700 | $155.60 | |
| 90th | $482,300 | $231.85 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Tucson, AZ | $254,700 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $244,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dentists.
| 2. Oregon | $256,500 |
| 3. Illinois | $250,900 |
| 4. South Carolina | $246,800 |
| 5. Arizona | $244,200 |
| 6. West Virginia | $235,400 |
| 7. Arkansas | $232,700 |
| 8. California | $230,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dentist make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $117.39 ($244,200 a year).
Do dentists make more in Arizona than the national average?
Yes: $244,200 against $225,000 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Arizona rank for dentist pay?
Arizona ranks 5 of 19 states.
Which city in Arizona pays dentists the most?
Tucson, AZ, with a median of $254,700 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.