Dentist Salary in Texas
A dentist in Texas earns an estimated $172,600 a year ($82.98 an hour). Most workers fall from $117,400 to $250,300, depending on experience and employer.
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Dentist pay in Texas
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $117,400 | $56.44 |
| Median (estimate) | $172,600 | $82.98 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $250,300 | $120.34 |
| US national median | $175,000 | $84.13 |
The Texas estimate is 1% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Texas keeps about $129,238 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $4,970.70 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Texas paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dentist make in Texas?
About $172,600 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.