Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $193,690 | $175,358 | +10% |
| Median hourly wage | $93.12 | $84.31 | +10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $205,834.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $162,365 | $133,000 | $237,500 | 96 |
The median annual salary for a Dentist in Wisconsin is $193,690, or about $93.12 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. Wisconsin is +10% above the national median.
Entry-level dentists in Wisconsin typically earn from $133,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,560 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $193,690, Wisconsin offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.