Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $194,180 | $175,358 | +11% |
| Median hourly wage | $93.36 | $84.31 | +11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $192,830.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | $170,910 | $140,000 | $250,000 | 103 |
| Mesa | $167,492 | $137,200 | $245,000 | 99 |
| Tucson | $153,819 | $126,000 | $225,000 | 95 |
The median annual salary for a Dentist in Arizona is $194,180, or about $93.36 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. Arizona is +11% above the national median.
Entry-level dentists in Arizona typically earn from $140,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,470 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $194,180, Arizona offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.