Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Pennsylvania | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $163,390 | $175,358 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $78.55 | $84.31 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $167,408.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | $177,746 | $145,600 | $260,000 | 109 |
The median annual salary for a Dentist in Pennsylvania is $163,390, or about $78.55 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dentists is $175,358. Pennsylvania is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level dentists in Pennsylvania typically earn from $145,600 depending on the city and employer.
With 4,460 dentist jobs on record and a median salary of $163,390, Pennsylvania offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.