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Dentists, General Salary in Colorado
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Dentists, General make in Colorado?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$166,240
Median Annual Salary
▲
+22.0% vs 2024
$160,810
Mean Salary
$166,240
Median Salary
$79.92
Hourly Rate
2,940 people work as Dentists, General in Colorado
Dentists, General salary by percentile in Colorado
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Dentists, General in Colorado earn a median salary of $166,240 per year ($13,853/month).
This is 5.4% below the national average of $175,707.
Colorado ranks #31 out of 47 states for Dentists, General pay.
Approximately 2,940 people work in this occupation across Colorado.
Salaries increased by 22.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Dentists, General
Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.
Top Skills
Critical Thinking
4.12
Judgment and Decision Making
4.12
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Active Listening
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Medicine and Dentistry
5.0
Customer and Personal Service
4.24
English Language
3.93
Biology
3.52
Psychology
3.43
Typical Education: Doctoral Degree
(81.4% of workers)
Salaries for Dentists, General in Colorado range from $84,590 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $229,070 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $103,820 and $210,080.
The median annual salary for Dentists, General in Colorado is $166,240 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $160,810.
What is the salary range for a Dentists, General in Colorado?
Salaries for Dentists, General in Colorado range from $84,590 at the 10th percentile to $229,070 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $103,820 and $210,080.
What is the starting salary for a Dentists, General in Colorado?
Entry-level Dentists, General positions in Colorado typically start around $84,590 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $103,820 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Dentists, General in Colorado?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,940 people are employed as Dentists, General in Colorado.
What is the hourly rate for a Dentists, General in Colorado?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Dentists, General in Colorado is approximately $79.92 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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