Dentist jobs in Kirkland, WA
Pay for dentists in the Kirkland area centers on $100.39 per hour, or about $208,810 a year. The lower quarter earns under $72.60 and the upper quarter over $104.03. That ranks 19th of 302 U.S. metro areas for dentist pay, and 117th of 279 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Kirkland.
- $100.39median pay per hour, Seattle
- $73–$104typical range per hour
- 1,670dentists employed in the metro area
- 111cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dentist pay in Kirkland, WA
The metro median is 5% above the Washington statewide median of $95.17 per hour. Nationally the median is $83.07 per hour. BLS counts about 1,670 dentists, general employed in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.09).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $59.77 | $124,320 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $72.60 | $151,010 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $100.39 | $208,810 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $104.03 | $216,380 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 38% above U.S. median |
How Kirkland ranks
- 19th of 302 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 117th of 279 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 Washington 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 Kirkland
- Overall prices in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue run 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $100.39 median hour buys what $90.33 buys at the national price level, 9% 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: $180,702
- Per month: $15,058
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in King County
HRSA lists 18 active dental health shortage designations that include King County (1 population-group, 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redmond, WA | 4 mi | $100.39/hr | 82,195 |
| Bothell, WA | 5 mi | $100.39/hr | 51,770 |
License and tax basics in Washington
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Washington 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 Kirkland
Kirkland city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do dentists make in Kirkland, WA?
Dentists in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro area have a median pay of $100.39 per hour, about $208,810 a year. The middle half earn between $72.60 and $104.03 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kirkland a good place for dentists once cost of living is counted?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue ranks 117th of 279 metro areas for dentist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 19th of 302 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Kirkland as a dentist?
Active dental license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Kirkland in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 18 active dental health shortage designations that include King 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 Kirkland?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Kirkland and across Washington. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Kirkland.
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Your Dentist pay reportKirkland, WA · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Sonika Singla DMD PLLCBurien, WA · 4 wage offers$114.18/ hr$64–$144
- Community Health Association of SpokaneClarkston, WA · 3 wage offers$109.26/ hr$89–$116
- Igor Elperin DDS PLLCYakima, WA · 2 wage offers$93.09/ hr$75–$111
- Washington Dental Corporation PCLacey, WA · 3 wage offers$90.38/ hr$89–$110
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
65 employer-reported wage offers for Dentist in federal filings in Washington, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Dentist roles
Open Dentist roles near Kirkland, WA, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.