Dentist Salary in New Hampshire
Based on 500+ workers in New Hampshire
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NH)
$177,480
$85.33/hr
vs National Average
$175,707
+1.0% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$100K – $342K
500 employed in New Hampshire
Salary Distribution — Dentist in New Hampshire
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $99,780 |
| 25th percentile | $129,650 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $177,480 |
| 75th percentile | $260,000 |
| 90th percentile | $341,950 |
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 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire vs National
| Year | Median Salary (New Hampshire) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $187,200 |
| 2023 | $178,770 |
| 2024 | $162,040 |
| 2025 | $177,480 |
| 2026 (projected) | $188,129 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | New Hampshire Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $187,200 | $160,183 |
| 2023 | $178,770 | $168,417 |
| 2024 | $162,040 | $173,305 |
| 2025 | $177,480 | $175,707 |
| 2026 (projected) | $188,129 | $186,249 |
Dentist Salary by Experience Level in New Hampshire
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $129,650 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $177,480 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $260,000 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $341,950 |
Dentist Salary in Other States
Related Dentist Salaries in New Hampshire
How other high-demand occupations in New Hampshire compare to Dentist ($177,480 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Dentist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgeon in NH | $534,870 | +201.4% | $257.15/hr |
| Radiologist in NH | $506,010 | +185.1% | $243.27/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in NH | $481,640 | +171.4% | $231.56/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in NH | $348,140 | +96.2% | $167.38/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in NH | $275,980 | +55.5% | $132.68/hr |
| Pediatrician in NH | $273,410 | +54.1% | $131.45/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in NH | $268,650 | +51.4% | $129.16/hr |
| Podiatrist in NH | $250,070 | +40.9% | $120.23/hr |
| Psychiatrist in NH | $246,140 | +38.7% | $118.34/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in NH | $229,210 | +29.1% | $110.20/hr |
| Physician Assistant in NH | $150,960 | -14.9% | $72.58/hr |
| Pharmacist in NH | $143,020 | -19.4% | $68.76/hr |