How much does a dentist make in Oregon?
$256,500a year
Median yearly pay for dentists in Oregon. That is $123.32 an hour or $21,380 a month.
- Hourly
- $123.32
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 19
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $204,400Median: $256,500Highest 10%: $417,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $204,400 | $98.26 | |
| 25th | $212,500 | $102.18 | |
| Median | $256,500 | $123.32 | |
| 75th | $384,300 | $184.74 | |
| 90th | $417,500 | $200.73 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $249,600 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dentist make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $123.32 ($256,500 a year).
Do dentists make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $256,500 against $225,000 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Oregon rank for dentist pay?
Oregon ranks 2 of 19 states.
Which city in Oregon pays dentists the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $249,600 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.