Dental Specialist jobs in Mount Pleasant, SC
The median dental specialist pay in South Carolina is $115+ per hour ($239,200+ a year), with the typical range running from $106.95 to $115+. That is 6% above the U.S. median of $108.54 per hour. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Mount Pleasant.
- $115+median pay per hour, South Carolina
- $107–$115+typical range per hour
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Specialist pay in Mount Pleasant, SC
Nationally the median is $108.54 per hour. BLS counts about 60 dentists, all other specialists employed in South Carolina.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $87.94 | $182,920 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $106.95 | $222,460 | 1% 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 Mount Pleasant
- Overall prices in Charleston-North Charleston run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% above the U.S. average (index 119.8).
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.
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Get my free pay reportDental health shortage areas in Charleston County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Charleston County (2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston, SC | 6 mi | $115+/hr | 157,665 |
| North Charleston, SC | 14 mi | $115+/hr | 126,005 |
| Savannah, GA | 95 mi | $93.37/hr | 148,808 |
| Columbia, SC | 104 mi | $115+/hr | 144,788 |
| Augusta, GA | 134 mi | $93.37/hr | 201,737 |
| Wilmington, NC | 150 mi | $102.59/hr | 125,284 |
Dental Specialist jobs in South Carolina · Dental Specialist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in South Carolina
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do dental specialists make in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Dental Specialists in South Carolina have a median pay of $115+ per hour, about $239,200+ a year. The middle half earn between $106.95 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a South Carolina license to work in Mount Pleasant as a dental specialist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Mount Pleasant in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Charleston 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 Mount Pleasant?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Mount Pleasant and across South Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Mount Pleasant.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Dental Care AllianceLargo, FL · 1 posting$180.29/ hr$144–$216
- Dental Care AllianceWheat Ridge, CO · 1 posting$168.27/ hr$144–$192
- PDS HealthAvondale, AZ · 1 posting$164.66/ hr$132–$197
- PDS HealthColorado Springs, CO · 1 posting$164.66/ hr$132–$197
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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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