Dental Specialist jobs in Columbus, OH
The median dental specialist pay in Ohio is $107.83 per hour ($224,290 a year), with the typical range running from $90.89 to $115+. That is 1% below the U.S. median of $108.54 per hour. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Columbus.
- $107.83median pay per hour, Ohio
- $91–$115+typical range per hour
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Specialist pay in Columbus, OH
Nationally the median is $108.54 per hour. BLS counts about 170 dentists, all other specialists employed in Ohio.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $55.01 | $114,420 | 49% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $90.89 | $189,050 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $107.83 | $224,290 | 1% 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 Columbus
- Overall prices in Columbus run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.9).
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: $194,094
- Per month: $16,174
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Ohio. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Franklin County
HRSA lists 10 active dental health shortage designations that include Franklin County (3 population-group, 7 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, OH | 43 mi | $107.83/hr | 58,138 |
| Kettering, OH | 65 mi | $107.83/hr | 57,028 |
| Dayton, OH | 66 mi | $107.83/hr | 136,346 |
| Middletown, OH | 80 mi | $107.83/hr | 52,291 |
| Hamilton, OH | 93 mi | $107.83/hr | 63,953 |
| Cincinnati, OH | 100 mi | $107.83/hr | 314,915 |
Dental Specialist jobs in Ohio · Dental Specialist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Ohio
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Ohio taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Columbus
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Common questions
How much do dental specialists make in Columbus, OH?
Dental Specialists in Ohio have a median pay of $107.83 per hour, about $224,290 a year. The middle half earn between $90.89 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Columbus as a dental specialist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Columbus in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 10 active dental health shortage designations that include Franklin 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 Columbus?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Columbus and across Ohio. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Columbus.
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Your Dental Specialist pay reportColumbus, OH · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Ohio State Dental Faculty Practice, Inc.Columbus, OH · 3 wage offers$89.91/ hr$69–$132
- Cleveland ClinicCleveland, OH · 2 wage offers$213.94/ hr$168–$260
- Southwest Endodontics & Periodontics, IncBroadview Hts, OH · 1 wage offer$127.40/ hr$127–$127
- Southwest Endodontics & Periodontics, IncMacedonia, OH · 1 wage offer$127.40/ hr$127–$127
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
8 employer-reported wage offers for Dental Specialist in federal filings in Ohio, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Dental Specialist roles
Open Dental Specialist roles near Columbus, OH, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.