Dentist jobs in Pocatello, ID
Pay for dentists in the Pocatello area centers on $64.30 per hour, or about $133,740 a year. The lower quarter earns under $59.81 and the upper quarter over $92.53. That ranks 270th of 302 U.S. metro areas for dentist pay, and 240th of 279 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Pocatello.
- $64.30median pay per hour, Pocatello
- $60–$93typical range per hour
- 30dentists employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dentist pay in Pocatello, ID
The metro median is 20% below the Idaho statewide median of $80.08 per hour. Nationally the median is $83.07 per hour. BLS counts about 30 dentists, general employed in the Pocatello metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.16).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $47.97 | $99,780 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $59.81 | $124,400 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Median | $64.30 | $133,740 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $92.53 | $192,460 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $102.78 | $213,780 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Pocatello ranks
- 270th of 302 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 240th of 279 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Idaho metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Dentists, General (SOC 29-1021), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Pocatello
- Overall prices in Pocatello run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 66.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $64.30 median hour buys what $72.32 buys at the national price level, 13% below 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: $115,740
- Per month: $9,645
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Pocatello metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Bannock County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Bannock County (1 population-group, 1 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.
Dentist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logan, UT | 84 mi | $59.98/hr | 56,770 |
| Twin Falls, ID | 104 mi | $66.96/hr | 55,589 |
| Ogden, UT | 116 mi | $42.01/hr | 88,656 |
| Layton, UT | 127 mi | $42.01/hr | 84,348 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 147 mi | $70.88/hr | 217,783 |
| West Valley City, UT | 153 mi | $70.88/hr | 138,144 |
License and tax basics in Idaho
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Idaho taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Pocatello
Pocatello city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do dentists make in Pocatello, ID?
Dentists in the Pocatello metro area have a median pay of $64.30 per hour, about $133,740 a year. The middle half earn between $59.81 and $92.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pocatello a good place for dentists once cost of living is counted?
Pocatello ranks 240th of 279 metro areas for dentist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 270th of 302 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Idaho license to work in Pocatello as a dentist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Pocatello in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Bannock 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 Pocatello?
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- Emerald Smiles Dentistry PCBoise, ID · 1 wage offer$86.48/ hr$86–$86
- 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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