Dentist jobs in Omaha, NE
Dentists in the Omaha area earn a median of $96.44 per hour, about $200,590 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $74.70 and $115+. That ranks 51st of 302 U.S. metro areas for dentist pay, and 37th of 279 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Omaha.
- $96.44median pay per hour, Omaha
- $75–$115+typical range per hour
- 360dentists employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dentist pay in Omaha, NE
The metro median is 19% above the Nebraska statewide median of $80.82 per hour. Nationally the median is $83.07 per hour. BLS counts about 360 dentists, general employed in the Omaha metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $53.16 | $110,570 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $74.70 | $155,380 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $96.44 | $200,590 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | 38% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 38% above U.S. median |
How Omaha ranks
- 51st of 302 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 37th of 279 after adjusting for local prices
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 Omaha
- Overall prices in Omaha run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $96.44 median hour buys what $104.93 buys at the national price level, 26% 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: $173,592
- Per month: $14,466
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Omaha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Douglas County
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Douglas County (4 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 25 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 10 mi | $96.44/hr | 64,777 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 11 mi | $96.44/hr | 62,665 |
| Lincoln, NE | 45 mi | $74.54/hr | 300,619 |
| Sioux City, IA | 87 mi | $94.15/hr | 86,875 |
| West Des Moines, IA | 119 mi | $96.85/hr | 73,664 |
| Grand Island, NE | 122 mi | $80.82/hr | 53,250 |
License and tax basics in Nebraska
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nebraska 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 Omaha, NE?
Dentists in the Omaha metro area have a median pay of $96.44 per hour, about $200,590 a year. The middle half earn between $74.70 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Omaha a good place for dentists once cost of living is counted?
Omaha ranks 37th of 279 metro areas for dentist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 51st of 302 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Nebraska license to work in Omaha as a dentist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Omaha in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 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.
Does Valorem Health place dentists in Omaha?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Omaha and across Nebraska. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Omaha.
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- Mortenson Dental Health LLCOmaha, NE · 1 wage offer$61.21/ hr$61–$61
- 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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