Dentist salary in Louisiana
Dentists in Louisiana earn a median of $86.35 per hour, about $179,600 a year, 4% above the U.S. median of $83.07. The middle half earn between $52.55 and $110.58 per hour. The highest median among Louisiana metro areas is in New Orleans-Metairie, LA, at $100.03 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $86.35median pay per hour
- $179,600median pay per year
- 1,140dentists employed in Louisiana
- #17of 45 states by median pay
Dentist pay in Louisiana: percentiles
| Level | Louisiana per hour | Louisiana per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.90 | $80,910 | $40.32 |
| Lower quartile | $52.55 | $109,300 | $60.62 |
| Median | $86.35 | $179,600 | $83.07 |
| Upper quartile | $110.58 | $230,010 | $105.95 |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | $115+ |
Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum.
Dentist pay by metro area in Louisiana
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Louisiana median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $100.03 | $208,050 | 310 | 16% above | $108.03 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $91.05 | $189,390 | 240 | 5% above | $100.30 |
| Monroe, LA | $83.71 | $174,110 | 60 | 3% below | $100.14 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City, LA | $82.48 | $171,550 | 110 | 4% below | $97.30 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA | $81.02 | $168,510 | 40 | 6% below | $95.20 |
| Lafayette, LA | $77.53 | $161,250 | 120 | 10% below | — |
| Lake Charles, LA | $45.76 | $95,180 | 70 | 47% below | $53.30 |
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 Louisiana
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $82.93 | $172,490 | 4% below Louisiana |
| Mississippi | $61.81 | $128,570 | 28% below Louisiana |
| Texas | $75.66 | $157,370 | 12% below Louisiana |
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Common questions
How much does a dentist make in Louisiana?
The median is $86.35 per hour, about $179,600 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $38.90 and the top 10% earn over $115+ (BLS, May 2024).
Which Louisiana city pays dentists the most?
Among Louisiana metro areas, New Orleans-Metairie, LA has the highest median at $100.03 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Louisiana rank for dentist pay?
Louisiana ranks 17th 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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- Smile BrandsHouston, TX · 8 postings$144.23/ hr$96–$192
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