Public Health Dentist Salaries
Community health centers, government agencies, and military dental services.
Based on 16 approved salary reports, public health and community clinic dentists report a median of $220,000 a year; the middle half report $180,000 to $235,000. Figures from 24 or fewer reports are rounded to protect privacy.
Salary reports are self-reported and anonymous; each is moderated before it is published. They are not NPI-verified.
Key Benefits
- Loan forgiveness programs
- Stable benefits
- Public service
- Work-life balance
- Underserved populations
Key Challenges
- Lower compensation
- Limited resources
- High patient volume
- Bureaucracy
- Funding challenges
Details
Salary Distribution
Distribution based on 16 approved dental salary reports.
Median Salary: $220,000
Salary by Experience Level
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | $205,000 | 7 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 5 approved reports are not shown.
Satisfaction
Average satisfaction reported by public health and community clinic dentists (16 ratings, 1–5 scale).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do public health and community clinic dentists earn?
Based on 16 approved salary reports, public health and community clinic dentists report a median of $220,000 a year; the middle half report $180,000 to $235,000. Figures from 24 or fewer reports are rounded to protect privacy.
What are the benefits of public health/community?
Loan forgiveness programs, Stable benefits, Public service, Work-life balance, Underserved populations.
What challenges do public health and community clinic dentists face?
Lower compensation, Limited resources, High patient volume, Bureaucracy, Funding challenges.
Compare Other Options
Private Practice
Traditional independent dental practices owned by dentists, ranging from solo practices to group practices
Corporate Dental (DSO)
Large dental service organizations providing business support to dental practices
Academic/University
University-affiliated dental schools and academic medical centers
Mobile/Portable Dentistry
Mobile dental units serving nursing homes, schools, and underserved communities
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