Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Florida | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $174,900 | $175,358 | +0% |
| Median hourly wage | $84.09 | $84.31 | +0% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $169,149.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | $179,456 | $147,000 | $262,500 | 123 |
| Jacksonville | $157,237 | $128,800 | $230,000 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a Dentist in Florida is $174,900, or about $84.09 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. Florida is +0% above the national median.
Entry-level dentists in Florida typically earn from $147,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 9,320 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $174,900, Florida offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.