PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Oral Surgeon
Dental Care Alliance · Springfield, MA
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Dental Specialist jobs in Springfield, MA
The median dental specialist pay in Massachusetts is $113.18 per hour ($235,410 a year), with the typical range running from $107.28 to $115+. That is 4% above the U.S. median of $108.54 per hour. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Springfield.
- $113.18median pay per hour, Massachusetts
- $107–$115+typical range per hour
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Dental Specialist roles in Springfield
1 more open role from employers in Springfield. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Dental Specialist pay in Springfield, MA
Nationally the median is $108.54 per hour.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $40.86 | $84,990 | 62% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $107.28 | $223,140 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Median | $113.18 | $235,410 | 4% 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.
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- Overall prices in Springfield run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 24% below the U.S. average (index 75.8).
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.
Estimate your Springfield paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$4,074
- Per year: $203,724
- Per month: $16,977
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Massachusetts. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Hampden County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hampden County (3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicopee, MA | 5 mi | $113.18/hr | 55,381 |
| Worcester, MA | 39 mi | $113.18/hr | 211,286 |
| Framingham, MA | 58 mi | $115+/hr | 73,361 |
| New Haven, CT | 59 mi | $107.51/hr | 137,562 |
Dental Specialist jobs in Massachusetts · Dental Specialist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
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.
Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do dental specialists make in Springfield, MA?
Dental Specialists in Massachusetts have a median pay of $113.18 per hour, about $235,410 a year. The middle half earn between $107.28 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Springfield 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 Springfield in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hampden 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 Springfield?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Springfield and across Massachusetts. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Springfield.
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Your Dental Specialist pay reportSpringfield, 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
Low$112Median$115.00High$140
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
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