Dental Specialist jobs in Lawrence, MA
The median dental specialist pay in the Lawrence area is $115+ per hour ($239,200+ a year), with the typical range running from $96.49 to $115+. That is 6% above the U.S. median of $108.54 per hour. The free report below lists employers near Lawrence and what they pay.
- $115+median pay per hour, Boston
- $96–$115+typical range per hour
- 108cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Specialist pay in Lawrence, MA
The metro median is 2% above the Massachusetts statewide median of $113.18 per hour. Nationally the median is $108.54 per hour.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.90 | $82,990 | 63% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $96.49 | $200,700 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $115+ | $239,200+ | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | 6% above 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 Lawrence
- Overall prices in Boston-Cambridge-Newton run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% above the U.S. average (index 148.4).
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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Named employers near Lawrence, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportDental health shortage areas in Essex County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Essex County (3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 7 mi | $115+/hr | 68,291 |
| Lowell, MA | 9 mi | $115+/hr | 120,418 |
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Common questions
How much do dental specialists make in Lawrence, MA?
Dental Specialists in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area have a median pay of $115+ per hour, about $239,200+ a year. The middle half earn between $96.49 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Lawrence as a dental specialist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lawrence in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Essex 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 Lawrence?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Lawrence and across Massachusetts. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Lawrence.
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Your Dental Specialist pay reportLawrence, MA · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- New England Oral Surgery Associates, LLCWorcester, MA · 1 wage offer$216.35/ hr$216–$216
- Bedi Dental Group, LLCConcord, MA · 1 wage offer$115.00/ hr$115–$115
- Bedi Dental Group, LLCAuburn, MA · 1 wage offer$115.00/ hr$115–$115
- Boston Dental PCBoston, MA · 1 wage offer$115.00/ hr$115–$115
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
6 employer-reported wage offers for Dental Specialist in federal filings in Massachusetts, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Dental Specialist roles
Open Dental Specialist roles near Lawrence, MA, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.