How much does a dentist make in Virginia?
$197,100a year
Median yearly pay for dentists in Virginia. That is $94.76 an hour or $16,430 a month.
- Hourly
- $94.76
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 4,140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $105,400Median: $197,100Highest 10%: $321,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $105,400 | $50.67 | |
| 25th | $134,900 | $64.84 | |
| Median | $197,100 | $94.76 | |
| 75th | $259,500 | $124.77 | |
| 90th | $321,300 | $154.45 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Richmond, VA | $218,900 |
| Washington, DC | $184,500 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $177,400 |
| Kingsport, TN | $173,800 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $167,400 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $162,400 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $159,200 |
| Staunton, VA | $158,800 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $128,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dentists.
| 8. Georgia | $206,800 |
| 9. Missouri | $205,000 |
| 10. Vermont | $205,000 |
| 11. Virginia | $197,100 |
| 12. Arizona | $194,200 |
| 13. Wisconsin | $193,700 |
| 14. New York | $183,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dentist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $94.76 ($197,100 a year).
Do dentists make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $197,100 against $171,000 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Virginia rank for dentist pay?
Virginia ranks 11 of 47 states.
Which city in Virginia pays dentists the most?
Richmond, VA, with a median of $218,900 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.