Dentists, General pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for dentists, general is $87.27 an hour ($181,520 a year). About 1,240 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($170,950). Iowa ranks 16th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dentists, general in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $48.52 | $100,920 |
| 25% of workers | $65.43 | $136,100 |
| Half of workers (median) | $87.27 | $181,520 |
| 75% of workers | $100.90 | $209,880 |
| 90% of workers | $125.00 | $259,990 |
Dentists, General pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $209,300 | 360 |
| Iowa City | $199,410 | 50 |
| Sioux City | $191,280 | 60 |
| Cedar Rapids | $175,420 | 130 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $168,170 | 140 |
| Ames | $163,950 | 40 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $163,600 | 60 |
| Dubuque | $161,140 | 60 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Dental Assistants | $48,430 |
| Dental Hygienists | $84,010 |
| Physicians, All Other | $295,190 |
| Registered Nurses | $78,630 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $130,160 |
| Pharmacists | $138,860 |
| Physical Therapists | $97,560 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $81,050 |
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