Dentists, General pay in Connecticut
In Connecticut, the median pay for dentists, general is $77.13 an hour ($160,440 a year). About 1,950 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($170,950). Connecticut ranks 38th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dentists, general in Connecticut
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $43.00 | $89,430 |
| 25% of workers | $58.38 | $121,420 |
| Half of workers (median) | $77.13 | $160,440 |
| 75% of workers | $98.66 | $205,220 |
| 90% of workers | $174.46 | $362,870 |
Dentists, General pay in Connecticut metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $180,440 | 740 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $174,370 | 170 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $167,160 | 130 |
| New Haven | $129,380 | 290 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $125,330 | 580 |
Connecticut unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Connecticut
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $214,990 |
| Dental Assistants | $56,850 |
| Dental Hygienists | $100,690 |
| Registered Nurses | $102,740 |
| Physical Therapists | $104,360 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $138,470 |
| Physician Assistants | $139,860 |
| Pharmacists | $141,290 |
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