Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Georgia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $206,760 | $175,358 | +18% |
| Median hourly wage | $99.40 | $84.31 | +18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $214,704.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $179,456 | $147,000 | $262,500 | 107 |
The median annual salary for a Dentist in Georgia is $206,760, or about $99.40 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. Georgia is +18% above the national median.
Entry-level dentists in Georgia typically earn from $147,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,620 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $206,760, Georgia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.