Dentist Salary in Louisiana
A dentist in Louisiana earns an estimated $162,800 a year ($78.27 an hour). Most workers fall from $110,700 to $236,100, depending on experience and employer.
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Dentist pay in Louisiana
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $110,700 | $53.22 |
| Median (estimate) | $162,800 | $78.27 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $236,100 | $113.51 |
| US national median | $175,000 | $84.13 |
The Louisiana estimate is 7% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Louisiana keeps about $117,656 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $4,525.22 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Louisiana paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dentist make in Louisiana?
About $162,800 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.