Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Jersey | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $171,330 | $175,358 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $82.37 | $84.31 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $157,472.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dentist in New Jersey is $171,330, or about $82.37 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. New Jersey is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level dentists in New Jersey typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,980 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $171,330, New Jersey offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.