Dentist salary in Michigan
Dentists in Michigan earn a median of $85.13 per hour, about $177,080 a year, 2% above the U.S. median of $83.07. The middle half earn between $62.25 and $115+ per hour. The highest median among Michigan metro areas is in Lansing-East Lansing, MI, at $99.65 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $85.13median pay per hour
- $177,080median pay per year
- 3,920dentists employed in Michigan
- #19of 45 states by median pay
Dentist pay in Michigan: percentiles
| Level | Michigan per hour | Michigan per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $46.73 | $97,200 | $40.32 |
| Lower quartile | $62.25 | $129,480 | $60.62 |
| Median | $85.13 | $177,080 | $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 Michigan
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Michigan median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansing-East Lansing, MI | $99.65 | $207,260 | 190 | 17% above | $104.90 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage, MI | $98.22 | $204,300 | 90 | 15% above | $103.56 |
| Niles, MI | $88.13 | $183,300 | 50 | 4% above | — |
| Traverse City, MI | $87.50 | $182,000 | 70 | 3% above | $93.71 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI | $86.12 | $179,130 | 1,950 | 1% above | $85.86 |
| Flint, MI | $86.01 | $178,900 | 200 | 1% above | $92.45 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI | $82.69 | $172,000 | 430 | 3% below | $86.54 |
| Jackson, MI | $81.40 | $169,310 | 50 | 4% below | $88.69 |
| Bay City, MI | $80.42 | $167,270 | 40 | 6% below | $87.49 |
| Saginaw, MI | $77.44 | $161,080 | 60 | 9% below | $85.20 |
| Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI | $64.97 | $135,130 | 70 | 24% below | $70.22 |
| Battle Creek, MI | $58.46 | $121,600 | 40 | 31% below | $64.57 |
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 Michigan
What employers are posting in Michigan
- 8roles with published pay
- $94.95median pay per hour
- $87–$121typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 7 | $94.95 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $105.60 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 8 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 Michigan · Dentist salary nationwide · Michigan state guide
Common questions
How much does a dentist make in Michigan?
The median is $85.13 per hour, about $177,080 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $46.73 and the top 10% earn over $115+ (BLS, May 2024).
Which Michigan city pays dentists the most?
Among Michigan metro areas, Lansing-East Lansing, MI has the highest median at $99.65 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Michigan rank for dentist pay?
Michigan ranks 19th 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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- Dental Dreams PLLCFlint, MI · 2 wage offers$122.00/ hr$96–$144
- Pro Dental MI 1 PCDearborn, MI · 3 wage offers$100.86/ hr$82–$121
- Detroit Dental Care P.C.Detroit, MI · 2 wage offers$95.00/ hr$90–$100
- Aspen DentalFort Gratoit, MI · 7 postings$94.95/ hr$87–$216
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