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Source: SalaryDr salary data for General Dentist in Florida (Private Practice) (N=4 verified submissions, updated February 4, 2026, data as of 2026-02-04). URL: https://www.salarydr.com

Last updated: February 4, 2026 | Based on 4 verified submissions

General Dentist Salary in Florida - Private Practice

Real compensation data for general dentists working in private practice settings in Florida.

$250,000
Median Salary
$242,500
Average
4
Responses
36
Hours/Week

Median

$250,000

Average

$242,500

25th

$240,000

75th

$300,000

Based on 4 physician salaries

Salary Distribution

$240,000 – $300,000
25th
$240,000
Median
$250,000
75th
$300,000
Avg
Middle 50% earn
$240,000 – $300,000
Median salary
$250,000
Average salary
$242,500

Salary Range

Minimum$240,000
Maximum$300,000

Percentiles

25th$240,000
75th$300,000

Breakdown

Monthly$20,833
Hourly$120

How This Compares

vs. All General Dentist in FloridaView →
This setting: $250,000
All settings: $240,000(4%)
vs. All Private Practice nationwideView →
Florida: $250,000
National: $300,000(-17%)
vs. All General Dentist nationwideView →
Private Practice in Florida: $250,000
All General Dentist: $250,000(0%)

Salary Range

25th Percentile:$240,000
75th Percentile:$300,000
Range:$180,000 - $300,000
Hourly Rate:$131/hr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average General Dentist salary for Private Practice in Florida?

The average General Dentist salary for Private Practice settings in Florida is $242,500, with a median of $250,000. This is based on 4 verified submissions.

How does Private Practice compensation compare to other practice settings in Florida?

Private Practice physicians in Florida earn a median of $250,000, compared to $240,000 for all General Dentist physicians in Florida. This represents a 4% higher salary than the state average.

What factors influence salary in Private Practice settings?

Key factors include years of experience (5 years average in this data), geographic location within Florida, subspecialty training, and individual productivity metrics. Private Practice settings often reward productivity and practice ownership.

How does Private Practice salary in Florida compare to the national average?

Private Practice General Dentist physicians in Florida earn a median of $250,000, compared to $300,000 nationally for Private Practice settings. This is -17% below the national average for Private Practice settings.

What are the typical work hours for General Dentist physicians in Private Practice settings?

Private Practice General Dentist physicians in Florida work an average of 36 hours per week. Private practice hours can vary significantly based on practice ownership and patient volume.

What are the benefits of working in Private Practice settings?

Private Practice settings offer Higher earning potential, Practice ownership, Clinical autonomy. However, physicians should also consider challenges such as Business responsibilities and Financial risk.

How many General Dentist physicians work in Private Practice settings in Florida?

Based on our database, we have 4 verified submissions from General Dentist physicians in Private Practice settings in Florida. This represents approximately 57% of all General Dentist submissions from Florida.

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Salary Comparison

Location Statistics

Average Salary

$242,500

Median Salary

$250,000

Salary Range

$240,000 - $300,000

National Comparison

National Average

$434,847

Difference

-44% vs National Average

Sample Size

4 local / 66 national reports

Salary Distribution

Distribution based on 4 verified physician salary submissions.

Median Salary: $250,000

Physician Satisfaction in General Dentist

Satisfaction Rating

2.8/5

Average satisfaction rating reported by General Dentist physicians (1-5 scale).

Would Choose Again

75%

Percentage of General Dentist physicians who would choose this specialty again.

Career Satisfaction

Physicians cite the variety of cases and patient relationships as most rewarding aspects of this specialty.

Primary Challenges

On-call demands, administrative burden, and work-life balance are cited as the top challenges.

Take-Home Pay Calculator

Total Salary
$250,000
Federal Income Tax
-$57,874
State Income Tax
-$12,500
FICA Tax
-$14,528
Take-Home Pay
$165,098
Monthly
$13,758
Taxes (34.0%)
Take-Home (66.0%)
Based on single filing status in Florida. Results may vary.

Salary by Experience Level

0-2 years
Average Salary
$240,000
Sample Size
1 submissions
3-5 years
Average Salary
$215,000
Sample Size
2 submissions
6-10 years
Average Salary
$300,000
Sample Size
1 submissions
Years of ExperienceAverage SalarySample Size
0-2 years$240,0001 submissions
3-5 years$215,0002 submissions
6-10 years$300,0001 submissions

* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.