Dentist salary in Virginia
Dentists in Virginia earn a median of $87.77 per hour, about $182,570 a year, 6% above the U.S. median of $83.07. The middle half earn between $57.69 and $103.41 per hour. The highest median among Virginia metro areas is in Richmond, VA, at $101.65 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $87.77median pay per hour
- $182,570median pay per year
- 3,890dentists employed in Virginia
- #15of 45 states by median pay
Dentist pay in Virginia: percentiles
| Level | Virginia per hour | Virginia per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $43.24 | $89,940 | $40.32 |
| Lower quartile | $57.69 | $120,000 | $60.62 |
| Median | $87.77 | $182,570 | $83.07 |
| Upper quartile | $103.41 | $215,090 | $105.95 |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | $115+ |
Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum.
Dentist pay by metro area in Virginia
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Virginia median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | $101.65 | $211,430 | 460 | 16% above | $103.88 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $97.59 | $202,980 | 100 | 11% above | — |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $97.36 | $202,510 | 710 | 11% above | $99.41 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $87.18 | $181,340 | 60 | 1% below | $91.87 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft, VA | $83.83 | $174,370 | 50 | 4% below | $91.99 |
| Winchester, VA-WV | $83.25 | $173,170 | 50 | 5% below | $86.31 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $82.50 | $171,600 | 70 | 6% below | $92.32 |
| Roanoke, VA | $81.16 | $168,820 | 110 | 8% below | $86.69 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA | $62.50 | $129,990 | 30 | 29% below | $67.41 |
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 Virginia
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | $65.17 | $135,550 | 26% below Virginia |
| Maryland | $91.03 | $189,330 | 4% above Virginia |
| North Carolina | $91.96 | $191,280 | 5% above Virginia |
| Tennessee | $74.26 | $154,460 | 15% below Virginia |
| West Virginia | $70.88 | $147,440 | 19% below Virginia |
What employers are posting in Virginia
- 3roles with published pay
- $132.21median pay per hour
- $91–$192typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 2 | $137.62 |
| Smile Brands | 1 | $132.21 |
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 Virginia · Dentist salary nationwide · Virginia state guide
Common questions
How much does a dentist make in Virginia?
The median is $87.77 per hour, about $182,570 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $43.24 and the top 10% earn over $115+ (BLS, May 2024).
Which Virginia city pays dentists the most?
Among Virginia metro areas, Richmond, VA has the highest median at $101.65 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Virginia rank for dentist pay?
Virginia ranks 15th 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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- Aspen DentalNorfolk, VA · 2 postings$137.62/ hr$87–$216
- Lucia Perez Troisi, DMD, PLLCChesapeake, VA · 2 wage offers$95.95/ hr$87–$105
- Family Dental Of Virginia LLCHampton, VA · 3 wage offers$76.12/ hr$64–$96
- Neibauer Dental Care PCHenrico, VA · 2 wage offers$74.52/ hr$62–$87
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3 Dentist postings with published pay in Virginia, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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