Dental Specialist jobs in Waukesha, WI
Dental Specialists in the Waukesha area earn a median of $111.77 per hour, about $232,480 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $89.71 and $115+. That ranks 1st of 10 U.S. metro areas for dental specialist pay, and 1st of 10 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Waukesha and what they pay.
- $111.77median pay per hour, Milwaukee
- $90–$115+typical range per hour
- 30dental specialists employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Specialist pay in Waukesha, WI
The metro median is 1% above the Wisconsin statewide median of $111.09 per hour. Nationally the median is $108.54 per hour. BLS counts about 30 dentists, all other specialists employed in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area, 0.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.94 | $66,440 | 71% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $89.71 | $186,600 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $111.77 | $232,480 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 6% above U.S. median |
How Waukesha ranks
- 1st of 10 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 1st of 10 after adjusting for local prices
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 Waukesha
- Overall prices in Milwaukee-Waukesha run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $111.77 median hour buys what $115+ buys at the national price level, 6% above the national median.
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: $201,186
- Per month: $16,766
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Waukesha County
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Waukesha County (1 population-group). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Allis, WI | 11 mi | $111.77/hr | 59,784 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 15 mi | $111.77/hr | 563,531 |
| Racine, WI | 29 mi | $111.09/hr | 78,057 |
| Kenosha, WI | 35 mi | $111.09/hr | 99,578 |
| Janesville, WI | 45 mi | $111.09/hr | 66,428 |
| Waukegan, IL | 48 mi | $106.63/hr | 88,570 |
Dental Specialist jobs in Wisconsin · Dental Specialist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wisconsin
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 Waukesha, WI?
Dental Specialists in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area have a median pay of $111.77 per hour, about $232,480 a year. The middle half earn between $89.71 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Waukesha a good place for dental specialists once cost of living is counted?
Milwaukee-Waukesha ranks 1st of 10 metro areas for dental specialist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 1st of 10 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Waukesha as a dental specialist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Waukesha in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Waukesha 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 Waukesha?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Kristo OrthodonticsShawano, WI · 1 wage offer$169.63/ hr$157–$183
- 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
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