Dentist jobs in Reno, NV
Dentists in the Reno area earn a median of $62.73 per hour, about $130,490 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $53.16 and $85.50. That ranks 277th of 302 U.S. metro areas for dentist pay, and 266th of 279 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Reno and what they pay.
- $62.73median pay per hour, Reno
- $53–$86typical range per hour
- 210dentists employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dentist pay in Reno, NV
The metro median is 4% above the Nevada statewide median of $60.18 per hour. Nationally the median is $83.07 per hour. BLS counts about 210 dentists, general employed in the Reno 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% | $39.87 | $82,930 | 52% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $53.16 | $110,570 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Median | $62.73 | $130,490 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $85.50 | $177,840 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $106.33 | $221,170 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Reno ranks
- 277th of 302 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 266th of 279 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Nevada 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 Reno
- Overall prices in Reno run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $62.73 median hour buys what $62.10 buys at the national price level, 25% 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: $112,914
- Per month: $9,409
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Reno metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Washoe County
HRSA lists 5 active dental health shortage designations that include Washoe County (5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sparks, NV | 7 mi | $62.73/hr | 111,520 |
| Carson City, NV | 28 mi | $62.02/hr | 58,148 |
| Lincoln, CA | 90 mi | $98.23/hr | 56,268 |
| Rocklin, CA | 91 mi | $98.23/hr | 75,129 |
| Folsom, CA | 92 mi | $98.23/hr | 88,091 |
| Roseville, CA | 95 mi | $98.23/hr | 163,304 |
License and tax basics in Nevada
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Reno
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Common questions
How much do dentists make in Reno, NV?
Dentists in the Reno metro area have a median pay of $62.73 per hour, about $130,490 a year. The middle half earn between $53.16 and $85.50 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Reno a good place for dentists once cost of living is counted?
Reno ranks 266th of 279 metro areas for dentist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 277th of 302 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Reno as a dentist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Reno in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active dental health shortage designations that include Washoe 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 Reno?
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Your Dentist pay reportReno, NV · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Absolute Dental & Orthodontics Prada PLLCReno, NV · 1 wage offer$53.12/ hr$53–$53
- Bionic Smile Khanna PLLCLas Vegas, NV · 1 wage offer$117.79/ hr$106–$130
- Absolute Dental & Orthodontics Prada PLLCLas Vegas, NV · 5 wage offers$90.62/ hr$48–$106
- Mugleston Ranch Plaza Dental Group, PCLas Vegas, NV · 1 wage offer$75.00/ hr$75–$75
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
10 employer-reported wage offers for Dentist in federal filings in Nevada, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Dentist roles
Open Dentist roles near Reno, NV, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.