Dentist Salary in Montana
Based on 380+ workers in Montana
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (MT)
$167,200
$80.38/hr
vs National Average
$175,707
-4.8% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$64K – $231K
380 employed in Montana
Salary Distribution — Dentist in Montana
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $63,710 |
| 25th percentile | $121,610 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $167,200 |
| 75th percentile | $202,310 |
| 90th percentile | $230,580 |
Top-Paying Industries for Dentist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Dentists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Dentists in Montana tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | $208,220 | 90 |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $193,760 | 1K |
| Administrative and Support Services | $193,060 | 610 |
| Finance and Insurance | $179,740 | 140 |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | $175,970 | 30 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Dentist in Montana vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Montana) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $141,950 |
| 2023 | $201,610 |
| 2024 | $159,480 |
| 2025 | $167,200 |
| 2026 (projected) | $175,294 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Montana Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $141,950 | $160,183 |
| 2023 | $201,610 | $168,417 |
| 2024 | $159,480 | $173,305 |
| 2025 | $167,200 | $175,707 |
| 2026 (projected) | $175,294 | $184,213 |
Dentist Salary by Experience Level in Montana
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $121,610 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $167,200 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $202,310 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $230,580 |
Dentist Salary in Other States
Related Dentist Salaries in Montana
How other high-demand occupations in Montana compare to Dentist ($167,200 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Dentist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologist in MT | $360,330 | +115.5% | $173.24/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in MT | $330,760 | +97.8% | $159.02/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in MT | $277,380 | +65.9% | $133.36/hr |
| Pediatrician in MT | $273,260 | +63.4% | $131.38/hr |
| Pharmacist in MT | $142,080 | -15.0% | $68.31/hr |
| Physician Assistant in MT | $141,470 | -15.4% | $68.01/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in MT | $137,210 | -17.9% | $65.97/hr |
| Medical and Health Services Manager in MT | $105,840 | -36.7% | $50.88/hr |
| Optometrist in MT | $104,280 | -37.6% | $50.13/hr |
| Veterinarian in MT | $99,390 | -40.6% | $47.78/hr |
| Dental Hygienist in MT | $98,440 | -41.1% | $47.33/hr |
| Physical Therapist in MT | $91,450 | -45.3% | $43.97/hr |