Dentist Salary in Wyoming
Based on 240+ workers in Wyoming
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (WY)
$123,830
$59.53/hr
vs National Average
$175,707
-29.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$71K – $235K
240 employed in Wyoming
Salary Distribution — Dentist in Wyoming
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $71,150 |
| 25th percentile | $101,970 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $123,830 |
| 75th percentile | $176,870 |
| 90th percentile | $235,090 |
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 Wyoming 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 Wyoming vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Wyoming) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $150,030 |
| 2023 | $156,000 |
| 2024 | $126,860 |
| 2025 | $123,830 |
| 2026 (projected) | $123,830 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Wyoming Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $150,030 | $160,183 |
| 2023 | $156,000 | $168,417 |
| 2024 | $126,860 | $173,305 |
| 2025 | $123,830 | $175,707 |
| 2026 (projected) | $123,830 | $175,707 |
Dentist Salary by Experience Level in Wyoming
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $101,970 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $123,830 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $176,870 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $235,090 |
Dentist Salary in Other States
Related Dentist Salaries in Wyoming
How other high-demand occupations in Wyoming compare to Dentist ($123,830 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Dentist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgeon in WY | $387,880 | +213.2% | $186.48/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in WY | $264,580 | +113.7% | $127.20/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in WY | $255,250 | +106.1% | $122.72/hr |
| Radiologist in WY | $161,750 | +30.6% | $77.76/hr |
| Pharmacist in WY | $139,550 | +12.7% | $67.09/hr |
| Physician Assistant in WY | $136,080 | +9.9% | $65.42/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in WY | $132,200 | +6.8% | $63.56/hr |
| Optometrist in WY | $111,400 | -10.0% | $53.56/hr |
| Medical and Health Services Manager in WY | $108,030 | -12.8% | $51.94/hr |
| Physical Therapist in WY | $100,400 | -18.9% | $48.27/hr |
| Veterinarian in WY | $97,240 | -21.5% | $46.75/hr |
| Occupational Therapist in WY | $86,170 | -30.4% | $41.43/hr |