Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Minnesota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $219,200 | $175,358 | +25% |
| Median hourly wage | $105.38 | $84.31 | +25% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $222,312.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | $188,001 | $154,000 | $275,000 | 109 |
The median annual salary for a Dentist in Minnesota is $219,200, or about $105.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. Minnesota is +25% above the national median.
Entry-level dentists in Minnesota typically earn from $154,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,370 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $219,200, Minnesota offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.