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PDS Health · Lawrence, KS
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Dentist jobs in Lawrence, KS
Dentists in Kansas earn a median of $81.78 per hour, about $170,090 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $57.23 and $97.53. That is 2% below the U.S. median of $83.07 per hour. The free report below lists employers near Lawrence and what they pay.
- $81.78median pay per hour, Kansas
- $57–$98typical range per hour
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Lawrence. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Dentist pay in Lawrence, KS
Nationally the median is $83.07 per hour. BLS counts about 1,240 dentists, general employed in Kansas.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $32.51 | $67,620 | 61% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $57.23 | $119,040 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $81.78 | $170,090 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $97.53 | $202,860 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 38% above U.S. median |
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.
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- Overall prices in Lawrence run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).
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.
Estimate your Lawrence paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,944
- Per year: $147,204
- Per month: $12,267
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Kansas. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Dentist roles in Kansas
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Lawrence as they open.
PermanentPosted 25 days ago
Dentist – DDS / DMD
Aspen Dental · Kansas City, KS
$300k–$450k/ year
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Associate Dentist
Aspen Dental · Manhattan, KS
$180k–$215k/ year
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Dental health shortage areas in Douglas County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Douglas County (1 population-group, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka, KS | 24 mi | $77.90/hr | 125,467 |
| Olathe, KS | 25 mi | $86.10/hr | 149,035 |
| Lenexa, KS | 25 mi | $86.10/hr | 59,427 |
| Shawnee, KS | 25 mi | $86.10/hr | 69,724 |
| Kansas City, KS | 30 mi | $86.10/hr | 156,752 |
| Overland Park, KS | 31 mi | $86.10/hr | 202,893 |
License and tax basics in Kansas
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Lawrence
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Common questions
How much do dentists make in Lawrence, KS?
Dentists in Kansas have a median pay of $81.78 per hour, about $170,090 a year. The middle half earn between $57.23 and $97.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Lawrence as a dentist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lawrence in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Douglas County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
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Your Dentist pay reportTop-paying employers shown · your Kansas list by name comes with the full report
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalKansas City, KS · 2 postings$137.62/ hr$87–$216
- 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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2What they are offering now
Low$87Median$106.97High$216
127 Dentist postings with published pay in the US, 50 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Dentist roles
- Dentist – DDS / DMDPermanent$300k–$450k/ year
- Associate DentistPermanent$180k–$215k/ year
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