Dental salaries in Washington, D.C.
Washington–Arlington–Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV
The verified BLS OEWS median general dentist in the Washington, D.C. metro earns about $184,540; dental hygienists earn about $119,170 ($57.30/hr).
Verified BLS OEWS May 2025 pay for the core dental roles in Washington, D.C. — official metropolitan survey values, not estimates.
Washington, D.C. general dentist pay is +8% vs national and -7% vs District of Columbia.
General Dentist 2025 median — national $170,950, District of Columbia $198,300, Washington, D.C. $184,540 (verified BLS); Washington, D.C. 2026 estimate $191,000. 2024 history available on the role page.
Dentist pay distribution — Washington, D.C. (verified)
| Percentile | Annual pay |
|---|---|
| 10th percentilei | $105,610 |
| 25th percentilei | $156,460 |
| Median (50th)i | $184,540 |
| 75th percentilei | $229,130 |
| 90th percentilei | $324,370 |
| Mean (average)i | $215,610 |
More dental roles in Washington, D.C.
Specialists, practice operations, and support roles — modeled local estimates with a 2025 figure and a 2026 projection.
Clinical dentists
Dental specialists
Hygiene & assisting
Practice operations
Lab & support
Modeled local estimates for Washington, D.C.: the national figure for each role scaled by the local labor-cost index, projected to 2026. Clearly labeled estimates — submit your salary to help sharpen them.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a dentist make in Washington, D.C.?
The verified BLS OEWS median general dentist in the Washington, D.C. metro earns about $184,540, from the official May 2025 metropolitan wage survey.
How much do dental hygienists make in Washington, D.C.?
The verified BLS OEWS median dental hygienist in the Washington, D.C. metro earns about $119,170 ($57.30/hr).
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