Dentist salary in Indiana
Dentists in Indiana earn a median of $85.09 per hour, about $176,990 a year, 2% above the U.S. median of $83.07. The middle half earn between $73.62 and $115+ per hour. The highest median among Indiana metro areas is in Muncie, IN, at $100.93 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $85.09median pay per hour
- $176,990median pay per year
- 2,700dentists employed in Indiana
- #20of 45 states by median pay
Dentist pay in Indiana: percentiles
| Level | Indiana per hour | Indiana per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $49.35 | $102,650 | $40.32 |
| Lower quartile | $73.62 | $153,130 | $60.62 |
| Median | $85.09 | $176,990 | $83.07 |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | $105.95 |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | $115+ |
Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum.
Dentist pay by metro area in Indiana
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Indiana median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muncie, IN | $100.93 | $209,920 | 50 | 19% above | $114.50 |
| Columbus, IN | $98.37 | $204,610 | 40 | 16% above | $105.77 |
| Evansville, IN | $97.49 | $202,780 | 130 | 15% above | $106.51 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI | $96.45 | $200,610 | 120 | 13% above | $103.87 |
| Elkhart-Goshen, IN | $89.75 | $186,670 | 60 | 5% above | $99.36 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $85.09 | $176,990 | 160 | in line with | $91.92 |
| Terre Haute, IN | $84.09 | $174,920 | 50 | 1% below | $95.78 |
| Bloomington, IN | $78.27 | $162,810 | 50 | 8% below | $82.32 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $77.75 | $161,730 | 1,010 | 9% below | $81.25 |
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).
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What employers are posting in Indiana
- 4roles with published pay
- $94.95median pay per hour
- $87–$114typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 4 | $94.95 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 4 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 Indiana · Dentist salary nationwide · Indiana state guide
Common questions
How much does a dentist make in Indiana?
The median is $85.09 per hour, about $176,990 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $49.35 and the top 10% earn over $115+ (BLS, May 2024).
Which Indiana city pays dentists the most?
Among Indiana metro areas, Muncie, IN has the highest median at $100.93 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Indiana rank for dentist pay?
Indiana ranks 20th 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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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalEvansville, IN · 4 postings$94.95/ hr$87–$144
- Valley Professionals Community Health Center Inc.Crawfordsville, IN · 2 wage offers$90.14/ hr$79–$101
- Familia Dental Evansville LLCEvansville, IN · 2 wage offers$73.44/ hr$40–$107
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4 Dentist postings with published pay in Indiana, 1 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 Dentist roles
- Associate DentistPermanent$180k–$215k/ year
- Dentist – DDS / DMDPermanent$200k–$300k/ year
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