Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $181,600 | $175,358 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $87.31 | $84.31 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $171,645.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $222,183 | $182,000 | $325,000 | 162 |
The median annual salary for a Dentist in Massachusetts is $181,600, or about $87.31 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. Massachusetts is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level dentists in Massachusetts typically earn from $182,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,780 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $181,600, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.