Dentist salary in Florida
Dentists in Florida earn a median of $78.30 per hour, about $162,870 a year, 6% below the U.S. median of $83.07. The middle half earn between $59.79 and $111.77 per hour. The highest median among Florida metro areas is in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL, at $112.30 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $78.30median pay per hour
- $162,870median pay per year
- 8,400dentists employed in Florida
- #29of 45 states by median pay
Dentist pay in Florida: percentiles
| Level | Florida per hour | Florida per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $45.37 | $94,370 | $40.32 |
| Lower quartile | $59.79 | $124,360 | $60.62 |
| Median | $78.30 | $162,870 | $83.07 |
| Upper quartile | $111.77 | $232,480 | $105.95 |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | $115+ |
Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum.
Dentist pay by metro area in Florida
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Florida median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL | $112.30 | $233,590 | 470 | 43% above | $109.65 |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL | $95.97 | $199,610 | 160 | 23% above | $93.77 |
| Panama City-Panama City Beach, FL | $90.38 | $187,990 | 70 | 15% above | $92.89 |
| Wildwood-The Villages, FL | $82.83 | $172,280 | 40 | 6% above | — |
| Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL | $81.08 | $168,650 | 190 | 4% above | $83.47 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL | $80.42 | $167,270 | 2,350 | 3% above | $70.45 |
| Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL | $80.00 | $166,400 | 210 | 2% above | $80.51 |
| Gainesville, FL | $79.38 | $165,110 | 140 | 1% above | $82.06 |
| Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL | $78.63 | $163,560 | 60 | in line with | — |
| Punta Gorda, FL | $78.26 | $162,770 | 60 | in line with | $77.85 |
| Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL | $77.84 | $161,910 | 240 | 1% below | $77.84 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $77.50 | $161,200 | 120 | 1% below | $82.52 |
| Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL | $77.14 | $160,440 | 100 | 1% below | $79.50 |
| Ocala, FL | $76.86 | $159,870 | 110 | 2% below | $80.71 |
| Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL | $76.38 | $158,860 | 180 | 2% below | $78.16 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | $75.21 | $156,440 | 1,300 | 4% below | $74.16 |
| Homosassa Springs, FL | $74.42 | $154,780 | 40 | 5% below | $79.62 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL | $74.01 | $153,930 | 1,070 | 5% below | $73.36 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $70.00 | $145,600 | 190 | 11% below | $69.84 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $68.22 | $141,890 | 700 | 13% below | $68.57 |
| Naples-Marco Island, FL | $63.43 | $131,940 | 210 | 19% below | $61.46 |
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).
Dentist pay in states next to Florida
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $94.14 | $195,820 | 20% above Florida |
What employers are posting in Florida
- 3roles with published pay
- $120.19median pay per hour
- $91–$180typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 3 | $120.19 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 3 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Dentist jobs in Florida · Dentist salary nationwide · Florida state guide
Common questions
How much does a dentist make in Florida?
The median is $78.30 per hour, about $162,870 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $45.37 and the top 10% earn over $115+ (BLS, May 2024).
Which Florida city pays dentists the most?
Among Florida metro areas, North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL has the highest median at $112.30 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Florida rank for dentist pay?
Florida ranks 29th of 45 states by median dentist 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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- Villages Dental Associates, LLCLady Lake, FL · 1 wage offer$153.85/ hr$154–$154
- Dynamic Dental Health Associates of Florida, P.A.Port Charlotte, FL · 1 wage offer$125.00/ hr$125–$125
- Aspen DentalSt. Johns, FL · 3 postings$120.19/ hr$87–$216
- Dynamic Dental Health Associates of Florida, P.A.Sarasota, FL · 1 wage offer$100.00/ hr$100–$100
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