How much does a Dentists, General make per hour in Western North Carolina?

Dentists, General Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $199,990 +15.7% vs national

Median hourly $96.15

10th percentile $82,920

90th percentile —

Employed locally 250

National median $172,790

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Dentists, General

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Salary percentile breakdown

10th

$82,920

25th

$134,910

50th (median)

$199,990

Top-paying metros for Dentists, General

Metro area	Median salary
Sussex Delaware nonmetropolitan area	$319,140
Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area	$318,010
Anchorage, AK	$233,910
North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL	$233,590
Vermont	$230,990
Alaska	$230,830

Related occupations in Western North Carolina

Occupation	Median salary
Registered Nurses	$79,600
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses	$60,380
Pharmacy Technicians	$37,950
Paramedics	$46,280
Emergency Medical Technicians	$39,160
Pharmacists	$131,130

Frequently asked questions

How much do Dentists, General make per hour in Western North Carolina?

The median hourly wage for Dentists, General in Western North Carolina is $96.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $177.28 or more per hour.

Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Dentists, General salaries?

The median Dentists, General salary in Western North Carolina is 15.7% above the national median of $172,790. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

What is the entry-level salary for Dentists, General in Western North Carolina?

Entry-level Dentists, General (10th percentile) earn around $82,920 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $134,910.