Dentist jobs in Jersey City, NJ
The median dentist pay in the Jersey City area is $76.92 per hour ($159,990 a year), with the typical range running from $38.50 to $103.72. That ranks 221st of 302 U.S. metro areas for dentist pay, and 250th of 279 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Jersey City and what they pay.
- $76.92median pay per hour, New York
- $38–$104typical range per hour
- 6,940dentists employed in the metro area
- 113cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dentist pay in Jersey City, NJ
The metro median is in line with the New Jersey statewide median of $76.86 per hour. Nationally the median is $83.07 per hour. BLS counts about 6,940 dentists, general employed in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.12 | $68,890 | 60% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.50 | $80,080 | 54% below U.S. median |
| Median | $76.92 | $159,990 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $103.72 | $215,740 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 38% above U.S. median |
How Jersey City ranks
- 221st of 302 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 250th 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 Jersey City
- Overall prices in New York-Newark-Jersey City run 13% above the U.S. average (index 112.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 49% above the U.S. average (index 148.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $76.92 median hour buys what $68.34 buys at the national price level, 18% 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: $138,456
- Per month: $11,538
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Hudson County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hudson County (3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoboken, NJ | 3 mi | $76.92/hr | 59,149 |
| Bayonne, NJ | 4 mi | $76.92/hr | 74,532 |
License and tax basics in New Jersey
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New Jersey taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Jersey City
Jersey City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do dentists make in Jersey City, NJ?
Dentists in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area have a median pay of $76.92 per hour, about $159,990 a year. The middle half earn between $38.50 and $103.72 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jersey City a good place for dentists once cost of living is counted?
New York-Newark-Jersey City ranks 250th of 279 metro areas for dentist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 221st of 302 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a New Jersey license to work in Jersey City as a dentist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Jersey requires for your role with the New Jersey licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Jersey City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hudson 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 Jersey City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Jersey City and across New Jersey. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Jersey City.
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Your Dentist pay reportJersey City, NJ · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Dental Studio of Jersey CityJersey City, NJ · 1 wage offer$117.79/ hr$118–$118
- SmilePro Dental Care LLCEmerson, NJ · 1 wage offer$200.00/ hr$200–$200
- Great Expressions Dental Centers of New Jersey PCUnion, NJ · 1 wage offer$112.50/ hr$112–$112
- Henry J Austin Health CenterTrenton, NJ · 1 wage offer$77.16/ hr$77–$77
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
17 employer-reported wage offers for Dentist in federal filings in New Jersey, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Dentist roles
Open Dentist roles near Jersey City, NJ, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.