Dentist jobs in Jonesboro, AR
Pay for dentists in the Jonesboro area centers on $78.70 per hour, or about $163,700 a year. The lower quarter earns under $62.50 and the upper quarter over $107.43. That ranks 197th of 302 U.S. metro areas for dentist pay, and 110th of 279 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Jonesboro and what they pay.
- $78.70median pay per hour, Jonesboro
- $62–$107typical range per hour
- 50dentists employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dentist pay in Jonesboro, AR
The metro median is 5% below the Arkansas statewide median of $82.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $83.07 per hour. BLS counts about 50 dentists, general employed in the Jonesboro metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.06).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $40.66 | $84,570 | 51% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $62.50 | $130,000 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $78.70 | $163,700 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $107.43 | $223,450 | 29% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 38% above U.S. median |
How Jonesboro ranks
- 197th of 302 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 110th of 279 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 5 Arkansas metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Dentists, General (SOC 29-1021), 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 Jonesboro
- Overall prices in Jonesboro run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 46% below the U.S. average (index 53.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $78.70 median hour buys what $91.64 buys at the national price level, 10% 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: $141,660
- Per month: $11,805
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jonesboro metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Craighead County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Craighead County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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.
Dentist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartlett, TN | 63 mi | $84.53/hr | 56,708 |
| Memphis, TN | 63 mi | $84.53/hr | 610,919 |
| Southaven, MS | 72 mi | $84.53/hr | 57,493 |
| Collierville, TN | 77 mi | $84.53/hr | 51,951 |
| Jackson, TN | 104 mi | $74.26/hr | 69,303 |
| Conway, AR | 113 mi | $84.12/hr | 70,711 |
License and tax basics in Arkansas
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arkansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Jonesboro
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Common questions
How much do dentists make in Jonesboro, AR?
Dentists in the Jonesboro metro area have a median pay of $78.70 per hour, about $163,700 a year. The middle half earn between $62.50 and $107.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jonesboro a good place for dentists once cost of living is counted?
Jonesboro ranks 110th of 279 metro areas for dentist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 197th of 302 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Jonesboro as a dentist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Jonesboro in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Craighead County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
Does Valorem Health place dentists in Jonesboro?
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- Scott C. Dickinson, DMD, PAHot Springs, AR · 1 wage offer$106.25/ hr$106–$106
- Smile BrandsHouston, TX · 8 postings$144.23/ hr$96–$192
- Aspen DentalDunwoody, GA · 3 postings$123.80/ hr$87–$216
- Aspen DentalCharlotte, NC · 3 postings$123.80/ hr$103–$192
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