Dentists, General pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for dentists, general is $82.37 an hour ($171,330 a year). About 2,980 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($170,950). New Jersey ranks 21st of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dentists, general in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.46 | $77,920 |
| 25% of workers | $63.80 | $132,710 |
| Half of workers (median) | $82.37 | $171,330 |
| 75% of workers | $125.00 | $260,000 |
| 90% of workers | $168.16 | $349,780 |
Dentists, General pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton | $216,750 | 170 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $170,760 | 100 |
| Vineland | $169,280 | 40 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Dental Assistants | $49,390 |
| Physicians, All Other | $285,010 |
| Dental Hygienists | $107,040 |
| Registered Nurses | $106,500 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $159,310 |
| Physical Therapists | $112,140 |
| Pharmacists | $137,620 |
| Therapists, All Other | $100,250 |
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