All dentists not listed separately.
Dentists, All Other Specialists
SOC: 29-1029 O*NET: 29-1029.00
Median Salary
$225,770
per year
Job Growth
📉 0.3%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
0.2
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All dentists not listed separately.
What does a Dentists, All Other Specialists do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$75,360
10th percentile
Early Career
$172,780
25th percentile
Median
$225,770
50th percentile
Experienced
$0
75th percentile
Top Earners
$0
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$75,360
25th
$172,780
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$225,770
Mean: $246,530
75th
$0
90th
$0
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans -$75,360 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $172,780 and $0
- •Salary spread is -76.5% around the median, showing low variation
- •Total national employment: 5,900 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:6,600
Top Industries
Ambulatory Health Care Services57.8%
Offices of Dentists54.9%
Outpatient Care Centers1.5%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+0.3%
Annual Openings:200
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)6,600
Current
2034 (Projected)6,600
+0.3%
0
Employment Change
+0.3%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Dentists, All Other Specialists professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 27 locations
Minnesota
330 jobs$129,9902.96x
Arizona
180 jobs$01.51x
Ohio
170 jobs$224,2900.78x
Maryland
160 jobs$199,9901.49x
Michigan
150 jobs$00.90x
Illinois
100 jobs$222,9600.44x
North Carolina
100 jobs$213,3800.55x
Kentucky
90 jobs$01.23x
Indiana
90 jobs$00.71x
Georgia
80 jobs$194,2100.44x
Oklahoma
70 jobs$222,1501.14x
Virginia
70 jobs$219,4600.42x
Pennsylvania
70 jobs$212,4700.32x
Arkansas
70 jobs$175,7201.36x
South Carolina
60 jobs$00.68x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
Standard growth expectations for this occupation
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Dentists, All Other Specialists
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Dentists, All Other Specialists
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves