Dentists, General pay in Oregon
In Oregon, the median pay for dentists, general is $101.77 an hour ($211,690 a year). About 1,660 people work in this job there.
That is 24% higher than the U.S. median ($170,950). Oregon ranks 5th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dentists, general in Oregon
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $69.23 | $143,990 |
| 25% of workers | $81.46 | $169,430 |
| Half of workers (median) | $101.77 | $211,690 |
| 75% of workers | $147.54 | $306,890 |
| 90% of workers | $169.86 | $353,310 |
Dentists, General pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bend | $224,990 | 120 |
| Corvallis | $214,060 | 40 |
| Grants Pass | $213,240 | 30 |
| Salem | $212,310 | 140 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $212,240 | 140 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $209,440 | 990 |
| Medford | $206,260 | 80 |
| Albany | $204,310 | 50 |
Oregon 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 Oregon
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Dental Assistants | $59,490 |
| Physicians, All Other | $347,180 |
| Dental Hygienists | $122,080 |
| Registered Nurses | $129,010 |
| Pharmacists | $165,960 |
| Physical Therapists | $103,510 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $155,680 |
| Physician Assistants | $155,780 |
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