Dentist Salary in West Virginia
A dentist in West Virginia earns an estimated $157,900 a year ($75.91 an hour). Most workers fall from $107,400 to $229,000, depending on experience and employer.
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Dentist pay in West Virginia
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $107,400 | $51.63 |
| Median (estimate) | $157,900 | $75.91 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $229,000 | $110.10 |
| US national median | $175,000 | $84.13 |
The West Virginia estimate is 10% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in West Virginia keeps about $112,085 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $4,310.97 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the West Virginia paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dentist make in West Virginia?
About $157,900 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.