How much does a dentist make in Georgia?
$206,800a year
Median yearly pay for dentists in Georgia. That is $99.40 an hour or $17,230 a month.
- Hourly
- $99.40
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 2,620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $93,590Median: $206,800Highest 10%: $373,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $93,590 | $45.00 | |
| 25th | $154,600 | $74.30 | |
| Median | $206,800 | $99.40 | |
| 75th | $257,900 | $124.00 | |
| 90th | $373,400 | $179.53 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $222,700 |
| Gainesville, GA | $210,400 |
| Macon, GA | $203,100 |
| Dalton, GA | $202,700 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $201,700 |
| Columbus, GA | $196,300 |
| Albany, GA | $176,800 |
| Athens, GA | $166,400 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $160,600 |
| Augusta, GA | $153,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dentists.
| 5. Oregon | $211,700 |
| 6. Maine | $209,200 |
| 7. North Carolina | $207,000 |
| 8. Georgia | $206,800 |
| 9. Missouri | $205,000 |
| 10. Vermont | $205,000 |
| 11. Virginia | $197,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dentist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $99.40 ($206,800 a year).
Do dentists make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $206,800 against $171,000 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Georgia rank for dentist pay?
Georgia ranks 8 of 47 states.
Which city in Georgia pays dentists the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $222,700 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.