Dentist jobs in Bozeman, MT
Pay for dentists in the Bozeman area centers on $80.59 per hour, or about $167,630 a year. The lower quarter earns under $60.79 and the upper quarter over $106.09. That ranks 181st of 302 U.S. metro areas for dentist pay, and 205th of 279 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bozeman.
- $80.59median pay per hour, Bozeman
- $61–$106typical range per hour
- 50dentists employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dentist pay in Bozeman, MT
The metro median is 5% above the Montana statewide median of $76.67 per hour. Nationally the median is $83.07 per hour. BLS counts about 50 dentists, general employed in the Bozeman metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $56.35 | $117,210 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $60.79 | $126,440 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Median | $80.59 | $167,630 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $106.09 | $220,670 | 28% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 38% above U.S. median |
How Bozeman ranks
- 181st of 302 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 205th of 279 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Montana 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 Bozeman
- Overall prices in Bozeman run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 39% above the U.S. average (index 139.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $80.59 median hour buys what $78.62 buys at the national price level, 5% 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: $145,062
- Per month: $12,088
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bozeman metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dentist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billings, MT | 121 mi | $102.48/hr | 121,483 |
| Great Falls, MT | 126 mi | $74.33/hr | 60,013 |
| Missoula, MT | 164 mi | $76.34/hr | 78,204 |
| Pocatello, ID | 206 mi | $64.30/hr | 58,231 |
| Boise City, ID | 292 mi | $86.21/hr | 237,963 |
| Meridian, ID | 299 mi | $86.21/hr | 139,740 |
License and tax basics in Montana
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Montana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do dentists make in Bozeman, MT?
Dentists in the Bozeman metro area have a median pay of $80.59 per hour, about $167,630 a year. The middle half earn between $60.79 and $106.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bozeman a good place for dentists once cost of living is counted?
Bozeman ranks 205th of 279 metro areas for dentist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 181st of 302 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a Montana license to work in Bozeman as a dentist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place dentists in Bozeman?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- 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
- Aspen DentalSt. Johns, FL · 3 postings$120.19/ hr$87–$216
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