How much does a dentist make in North Carolina?
$226,000a year
Median yearly pay for dentists in North Carolina. That is $108.65 an hour or $18,830 a month.
- Hourly
- $108.65
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 19
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $99,020Median: $226,000Highest 10%: $304,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $99,020 | $47.61 | |
| 25th | $161,500 | $77.64 | |
| Median | $226,000 | $108.65 | |
| 75th | $265,000 | $127.40 | |
| 90th | $304,200 | $146.24 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dentists.
| 8. California | $230,700 |
| 9. Missouri | $230,100 |
| 10. Michigan | $229,200 |
| 11. North Carolina | $226,000 |
| 12. Nebraska | $225,000 |
| 13. Oklahoma | $223,200 |
| 14. Maryland | $207,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dentist make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $108.65 ($226,000 a year).
Do dentists make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $226,000 against $225,000 nationally, 0% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for dentist pay?
North Carolina ranks 11 of 19 states.
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.