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What is the Average Salary for Dentists in Tennessee?

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How much does a Dentist make in Tennessee? The average Dentist salary in Tennessee is $164,410 ( $79.04 per hour) as of 2023, but the range typically falls between $116,540 and $198,980. Dentist salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, as well as years of experience.

Average Dentist salary for Tennessee

(Percentile wage estimates for Dentists)

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Average Dentist salary by metro-area

CityEmployed DentistsAverage Hourly WageAverage Annual Salary
Chattanooga, TN150$84.14$175,020
Clarksville, TN70$74.22$154,390
Johnson City, TN50$74.87$155,730
Bristol, TN60$82.43$171,440
Knoxville, TN230$67.76$140,930
Memphis, TN210$81.08$168,650
Nashville, TN540$82.17$170,920

All data above was collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and is updated as of May 2023.


Please note: salaries over $208,000 are capped

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