Dentists, General pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for dentists, general is $93.12 an hour ($193,690 a year). About 2,560 people work in this job there.
That is 13% higher than the U.S. median ($170,950). Wisconsin ranks 13th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dentists, general in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $58.55 | $121,780 |
| 25% of workers | $74.97 | $155,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $93.12 | $193,690 |
| 75% of workers | $127.51 | $265,220 |
| 90% of workers | $147.29 | $306,370 |
Dentists, General pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Eau Claire | $209,750 | 80 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $209,550 | 60 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $208,000 | 50 |
| Kenosha | $207,140 | 60 |
| Appleton | $206,650 | 130 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $205,000 | 70 |
| Wausau | $202,250 | 70 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $201,810 | 80 |
| Green Bay | $199,520 | 130 |
| Sheboygan | $186,300 | 70 |
| Madison | $176,460 | 270 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $155,940 | 830 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Dental Assistants | $47,520 |
| Physicians, All Other | $391,740 |
| Dental Hygienists | $96,540 |
| Registered Nurses | $95,530 |
| Pharmacists | $148,740 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,840 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $131,980 |
| Occupational Therapists | $92,390 |
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