Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $207,000 | $175,358 | +18% |
| Median hourly wage | $99.52 | $84.31 | +18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $219,512.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh | $179,456 | $147,000 | $262,500 | 101 |
| Charlotte | $174,328 | $142,800 | $255,000 | 100 |
The median annual salary for a Dentist in North Carolina is $207,000, or about $99.52 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. North Carolina is +18% above the national median.
Entry-level dentists in North Carolina typically earn from $147,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 4,140 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $207,000, North Carolina offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.