Dentists, General pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for dentists, general is $86.02 an hour ($178,930 a year). About 1,210 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($170,950). Arkansas ranks 18th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dentists, general in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $47.60 | $99,010 |
| 25% of workers | $61.32 | $127,540 |
| Half of workers (median) | $86.02 | $178,930 |
| 75% of workers | $100.83 | $209,720 |
| 90% of workers | $107.22 | $223,010 |
Dentists, General pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $179,940 | 410 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $172,250 | 240 |
| Jonesboro | $169,850 | 60 |
| Fort Smith | $165,060 | 100 |
| Hot Springs | $161,820 | 60 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for dentists, general
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $136,880 |
| Dental Assistants | $42,830 |
| Dental Hygienists | $86,760 |
| Registered Nurses | $78,940 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $125,660 |
| Pharmacists | $136,060 |
| Physical Therapists | $99,010 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $83,580 |
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