PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dentist - Endodontist
Veterans Health Administration · Tulsa, OK
$230k–$315k/ year
Dental Specialist jobs in Norman, OK
Pay for dental specialists in Oklahoma centers on $106.81 per hour, or about $222,150 a year. The lower quarter earns under $90.68 and the upper quarter over $115+. That is 2% below the U.S. median of $108.54 per hour. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Norman.
- $106.81median pay per hour, Oklahoma
- $91–$115+typical range per hour
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Specialist pay in Norman, OK
Nationally the median is $108.54 per hour. BLS counts about 70 dentists, all other specialists employed in Oklahoma.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $76.57 | $159,270 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $90.68 | $188,610 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $106.81 | $222,150 | 2% 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 Norman
- Overall prices in Oklahoma City run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.9).
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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Estimated weekly gross$3,845
- Per year: $192,258
- Per month: $16,022
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Oklahoma. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Dental health shortage areas in Cleveland County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Cleveland County (3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moore, OK | 9 mi | $106.81/hr | 63,845 |
| Midwest City, OK | 15 mi | $106.81/hr | 58,505 |
| Lawton, OK | 75 mi | $106.81/hr | 90,027 |
| Enid, OK | 86 mi | $106.81/hr | 50,519 |
| Tulsa, OK | 102 mi | $106.81/hr | 415,154 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 104 mi | $106.81/hr | 122,756 |
Dental Specialist jobs in Oklahoma · Dental Specialist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oklahoma
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oklahoma 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 Norman, OK?
Dental Specialists in Oklahoma have a median pay of $106.81 per hour, about $222,150 a year. The middle half earn between $90.68 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Norman as a dental specialist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Norman in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Cleveland 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 Norman?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Pediatric Dental Group II LLCTulsa, OK · 1 wage offer$250.00/ hr$250–$250
- Endodontic Specialists of Northeast Oklahoma, P.C.Tulsa, OK · 1 wage offer$112.26/ hr$92–$132
- 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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2What they are offering now
Low$110Median$144.23High$195
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.
3Open now: 1 Dental Specialist roles
- Dentist - EndodontistPermanent$230k–$315k/ year
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