MI · Ann Arbor · Updated October 15, 2026

Dentist jobs in Ann Arbor, MI

Pay for dentists in Michigan centers on $85.13 per hour, or about $177,080 a year. The lower quarter earns under $62.25 and the upper quarter over $115+. That is 2% above the U.S. median of $83.07 per hour. The free report below lists employers near Ann Arbor and what they pay.

Dentist pay in Ann Arbor, MI

Nationally the median is $83.07 per hour. BLS counts about 3,920 dentists, general employed in Michigan.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$46.73$97,20044% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$62.25$129,48025% below U.S. median
Median$85.13$177,0802% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$115+$239,200+38% 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.

What your pay buys in Ann Arbor

  • Overall prices in Ann Arbor run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 25% above the U.S. average (index 125.3).

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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Estimated weekly gross$3,065
  • Per year: $153,234
  • Per month: $12,770

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Michigan. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Open Dentist roles in Michigan

Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Ann Arbor as they open.

PermanentPosted 9 days ago

Dentist (Regular Ft)

Veterans Health Administration · Saginaw, MI

$124k–$315k/ year
  • Full-time
  • Req 887831600
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago

Associate Dentist

Aspen Dental · Fort Gratoit, MI

$180k–$215k/ year
  • Full time
  • Req R2026-012253
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago

Dentist – DDS / DMD

Aspen Dental · Marquette, MI

$300k–$450k/ year
  • Full time
  • Req R2026-011132
Top 25% pay
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago

Associate Dentist

Aspen Dental · Livonia, MI

$220k–$230k/ year
  • Full time
  • Req R2026-006063
Top 25% pay
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago

Associate Dentist

Aspen Dental · Novi, MI

$180k–$215k/ year
  • Full time
  • Req R2026-009482
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago

Associate Dentist

Aspen Dental · Saginaw, MI

$180k–$215k/ year
  • Full time
  • Req R2026-010535
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Dental health shortage areas in Washtenaw County

HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Washtenaw County (3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Westland, MI18 mi$86.12/hr82,745
Novi, MI19 mi$86.12/hr67,675
Livonia, MI20 mi$86.12/hr93,113
Dearborn Heights, MI23 mi$86.12/hr61,040
Farmington Hills, MI23 mi$86.12/hr84,173
Taylor, MI24 mi$86.12/hr61,544

Dentist jobs in Michigan · Dentist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Michigan

Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Michigan taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Michigan state guide

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Common questions

How much do dentists make in Ann Arbor, MI?

Dentists in Michigan have a median pay of $85.13 per hour, about $177,080 a year. The middle half earn between $62.25 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Do I need a Michigan license to work in Ann Arbor as a dentist?

Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Is Ann Arbor in a shortage area?

HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Washtenaw 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 Ann Arbor?

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Your Dentist pay reportAnn Arbor, MI · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings

1Pay for your role at other employers

  • Dental Dreams PLLCFlint, MI · 2 wage offers$122.00/ hr$96–$144
  • Pro Dental MI 1 PCDearborn, MI · 3 wage offers$100.86/ hr$82–$121
  • Detroit Dental Care P.C.Detroit, MI · 2 wage offers$95.00/ hr$90–$100
  • Aspen DentalFort Gratoit, MI · 7 postings$94.95/ hr$87–$216

Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.

2What they are offering now

Low$87Median$94.95High$141

8 Dentist postings with published pay in Michigan, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 8 Dentist roles

  1. Dentist (Regular Ft)Permanent
    $124k–$315k/ year
    Veterans Health Administration · Saginaw, MI · posted 9 days ago
  2. Associate DentistPermanent
    $180k–$215k/ year
    Aspen Dental · Fort Gratoit, MI · posted 16 days ago

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