Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maryland | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $168,500 | $175,358 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $81.01 | $84.31 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $160,476.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | $188,001 | $154,000 | $275,000 | 117 |
The median annual salary for a Dentist in Maryland is $168,500, or about $81.01 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. Maryland is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level dentists in Maryland typically earn from $154,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,100 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $168,500, Maryland offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.