Dental Specialist jobs in Fort Smith, AR
Pay for dental specialists in Arkansas centers on $84.48 per hour, or about $175,720 a year. The lower quarter earns under $80.12 and the upper quarter over $108.60. That is 22% below the U.S. median of $108.54 per hour. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Fort Smith.
- $84.48median pay per hour, Arkansas
- $80–$109typical range per hour
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Specialist pay in Fort Smith, AR
Nationally the median is $108.54 per hour. BLS counts about 70 dentists, all other specialists employed in Arkansas.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $77.11 | $160,390 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $80.12 | $166,650 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $84.48 | $175,720 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $108.60 | $225,890 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 6% above U.S. median |
BLS does not publish a separate figure for dental specialist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Dentists, All Other Specialists.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Dentists, All Other Specialists (SOC 29-1029), all industries. Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Fort Smith
- Overall prices in Fort Smith run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 47% below the U.S. average (index 53.4).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $152,064
- Per month: $12,672
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Arkansas. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Sebastian County
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Sebastian County (1 population-group). The highest-scoring one rates 17 on a 0 to 26 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for dentists, hygienists and dental assistants is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Dental Specialist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville, AR | 51 mi | $84.48/hr | 103,134 |
| Springdale, AR | 59 mi | $84.48/hr | 89,368 |
| Rogers, AR | 68 mi | $84.48/hr | 75,639 |
| Bentonville, AR | 70 mi | $84.48/hr | 61,791 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 92 mi | $106.81/hr | 122,756 |
| Tulsa, OK | 101 mi | $106.81/hr | 415,154 |
Dental Specialist jobs in Arkansas · Dental Specialist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arkansas
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arkansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Fort Smith
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Common questions
How much do dental specialists make in Fort Smith, AR?
Dental Specialists in Arkansas have a median pay of $84.48 per hour, about $175,720 a year. The middle half earn between $80.12 and $108.60 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Fort Smith as a dental specialist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Fort Smith in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Sebastian County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
Does Valorem Health place dental specialists in Fort Smith?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Fort Smith and across Arkansas. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Fort Smith.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Dental Care AllianceLargo, FL · 1 posting$180.29/ hr$144–$216
- Dental Care AllianceWheat Ridge, CO · 1 posting$168.27/ hr$144–$192
- PDS HealthAvondale, AZ · 1 posting$164.66/ hr$132–$197
- PDS HealthColorado Springs, CO · 1 posting$164.66/ hr$132–$197
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13 Dental Specialist postings with published pay in the US, 10 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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