Dental Specialist jobs in Kansas City, MO
The median dental specialist pay in Missouri is $104.52 per hour ($217,400 a year), with the typical range running from $98.76 to $115+. That is 4% below the U.S. median of $108.54 per hour. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Kansas City.
- $104.52median pay per hour, Missouri
- $99–$115+typical range per hour
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Specialist pay in Kansas City, MO
Nationally the median is $108.54 per hour. BLS counts about 30 dentists, all other specialists employed in Missouri.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $85.88 | $178,630 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $98.76 | $205,420 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Median | $104.52 | $217,400 | 4% below 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 Kansas City
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
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: $188,136
- Per month: $15,678
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Missouri. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Jackson County
HRSA lists 5 active dental health shortage designations that include Jackson County (1 population-group, 4 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 25 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, KS | 10 mi | $115+/hr | 156,752 |
| Independence, MO | 11 mi | $104.52/hr | 121,629 |
| Lawrence, KS | 40 mi | $115+/hr | 97,271 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 46 mi | $104.52/hr | 71,098 |
| Manhattan, KS | 110 mi | $115+/hr | 54,700 |
Dental Specialist jobs in Missouri · Dental Specialist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri 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 Kansas City, MO?
Dental Specialists in Missouri have a median pay of $104.52 per hour, about $217,400 a year. The middle half earn between $98.76 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Kansas City as a dental specialist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Kansas City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active dental health shortage designations that include Jackson 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 Kansas City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Kansas City and across Missouri. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Kansas City.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Alexander Heatrice, DDS, PCFlorissant, MO · 1 wage offer$120.34/ hr$120–$120
- Smoljan Endodontics LLCSt. Louis, MO · 1 wage offer$85.00/ hr$85–$85
- Dental Care AllianceLargo, FL · 1 posting$180.29/ hr$144–$216
- Dental Care AllianceWheat Ridge, CO · 1 posting$168.27/ hr$144–$192
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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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