Dental Specialist salary in Ohio
Dental Specialists in Ohio earn a median of $107.83 per hour, about $224,290 a year, 1% below the U.S. median of $108.54. The middle half earn between $90.89 and $115+ per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $107.83median pay per hour
- $224,290median pay per year
- 170dental specialists employed in Ohio
- #7of 20 states by median pay
Dental Specialist pay in Ohio: percentiles
| Level | Ohio per hour | Ohio per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $55.01 | $114,420 | $36.23 |
| Lower quartile | $90.89 | $189,050 | $83.07 |
| Median | $107.83 | $224,290 | $108.54 |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | $115+ |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | $115+ |
Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum.
Dental Specialist pay by metro area in Ohio
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Ohio median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland, OH | $107.44 | $223,460 | 40 | in line with | $114.39 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Dental Specialist pay in states next to Ohio
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | $102.15 | $212,470 | 5% below Ohio |
| West Virginia | $111.47 | $231,860 | 3% above Ohio |
Dental Specialist jobs in Ohio · Dental Specialist salary nationwide · Ohio state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental specialist make in Ohio?
The median is $107.83 per hour, about $224,290 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $55.01 and the top 10% earn over $115+ (BLS, May 2024).
Where does Ohio rank for dental specialist pay?
Ohio ranks 7th of 20 states by median dental specialist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Cleveland ClinicCleveland, OH · 2 wage offers$213.94/ hr$168–$260
- Southwest Endodontics & Periodontics, IncBroadview Hts, OH · 1 wage offer$127.40/ hr$127–$127
- Southwest Endodontics & Periodontics, IncMacedonia, OH · 1 wage offer$127.40/ hr$127–$127
- Smile Doctors of Ohio, Inc.Wooster, OH · 1 wage offer$121.15/ hr$104–$138
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8 employer-reported wage offers for Dental Specialist in federal filings in Ohio, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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