Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $134,160 | $175,358 | -23% |
| Median hourly wage | $64.50 | $84.31 | -23% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $148,736.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | $155,528 | $127,400 | $227,500 | 89 |
The median annual salary for a Dentist in Kentucky is $134,160, or about $64.50 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. Kentucky is -23% below the national median.
Entry-level dentists in Kentucky typically earn from $127,400 depending on the city and employer.
With 790 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $134,160, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.