How much does a dentist make in Illinois?
$250,900a year
Median yearly pay for dentists in Illinois. That is $120.62 an hour or $20,910 a month.
- Hourly
- $120.62
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 19
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $155,300Median: $250,900Highest 10%: $276,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $155,300 | $74.64 | |
| 25th | $229,700 | $110.43 | |
| Median | $250,900 | $120.62 | |
| 75th | $269,200 | $129.40 | |
| 90th | $276,100 | $132.75 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $269,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dentists.
| 1. Texas | $286,500 |
| 2. Oregon | $256,500 |
| 3. Illinois | $250,900 |
| 4. South Carolina | $246,800 |
| 5. Arizona | $244,200 |
| 6. West Virginia | $235,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dentist make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $120.62 ($250,900 a year).
Do dentists make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $250,900 against $225,000 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Illinois rank for dentist pay?
Illinois ranks 3 of 19 states.
Which city in Illinois pays dentists the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $269,200 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.