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Dentists, General is a notable career in the 29 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Dentists, General against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 29-1021 |
| title | Dentists, General |
| onet code | 29-1021.00 |
| description | Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. May fit dental appliances or provide preventive care. |
| job zone | 5 |
| major group | 29 |
| tot emp | 113,490 |
| a mean | 196,100 |
| a median | 172,790 |
| a pct10 | 83,860 |
| a pct25 | 126,090 |
| a pct75 | 220,380 |
| a pct90 | N/A |
| h mean | 94 |
| h median | 83 |
The day-to-day work of a dentists, general typically centers on use masks, gloves, and safety glasses to protect patients and self from infectious diseases. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Critical Thinking, Judgment and Decision Making, and Reading Comprehension. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.99 out of 5 — highly rated for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working dentists, general, the most common entry qualification is a Doctoral Degree (81.4%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 87% of incumbents. This is a degree-heavy profession — most incumbents hold a four-year degree or beyond.
Median annual pay is highest in Vermont at $230,990 and lowest in Nevada at $125,180 — a 1.8× spread. The top five states (Vermont, Alaska, Delaware, Minnesota, Maine) average $221,038. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont | $230,990 | $240,740 | $130,800 | — | 220 |
| Alaska | $230,830 | $202,250 | $107,530 | — | 260 |
| Delaware | $224,690 | $228,740 | $123,450 | — | 360 |
| Minnesota | $209,820 | $224,700 | $161,980 | — | 2,500 |
| Maine | $208,860 | $224,080 | $155,030 | — | 450 |
| Arizona | $206,660 | $201,240 | $59,990 | — | 2,930 |
| Wisconsin | $206,650 | $209,830 | $124,450 | — | 2,160 |
| North Dakota | $201,280 | $224,300 | $132,600 | — | 210 |
| Washington | $197,950 | $203,780 | $123,830 | — | 3,100 |
| Georgia | $195,820 | $203,300 | $69,990 | — | 3,260 |
| Connecticut | $193,230 | $214,070 | $104,000 | — | 1,840 |
| North Carolina | $191,280 | $205,990 | $103,710 | — | 4,410 |
| Maryland | $189,330 | $203,500 | $104,000 | — | 2,190 |
| Oregon | $185,790 | $209,670 | $103,510 | — | 1,180 |
| Virginia | $182,570 | $192,880 | $89,940 | — | 3,890 |
| Illinois | $180,420 | $184,490 | $82,960 | — | 4,820 |
| Louisiana | $179,600 | $185,180 | $80,900 | — | 1,140 |
| California | $178,540 | $184,350 | $97,280 | — | 14,760 |
| Michigan | $177,080 | $202,390 | $97,200 | — | 3,920 |
| Indiana | $176,990 | $209,500 | $102,650 | — | 2,700 |
| Iowa | $174,990 | $216,520 | $83,860 | — | 850 |
| Arkansas | $172,490 | $178,290 | $82,920 | — | 990 |
| New Mexico | $171,730 | $191,570 | $120,620 | — | 660 |
| Kansas | $170,090 | $172,120 | $67,610 | — | 1,240 |
| Pennsylvania | $168,740 | $174,250 | $75,990 | — | 3,210 |
| Nebraska | $168,110 | $185,360 | $75,410 | — | 740 |
| Idaho | $166,560 | $173,570 | $124,760 | $231,900 | 690 |
| New York | $164,060 | $185,590 | $64,970 | — | 7,460 |
| Florida | $162,870 | $196,320 | $94,370 | — | 8,400 |
| South Dakota | $162,860 | $166,690 | $96,800 | — | 270 |
| New Hampshire | $162,040 | $176,780 | $95,990 | — | 460 |
| Oklahoma | $161,780 | $201,720 | $73,260 | — | 1,150 |
| New Jersey | $159,860 | $175,720 | $63,900 | — | 2,710 |
| Montana | $159,480 | $180,630 | $108,890 | — | 480 |
| South Carolina | $158,460 | $190,670 | $62,220 | — | 2,320 |
| Texas | $157,370 | $207,300 | $95,680 | — | 7,690 |
| Ohio | $155,570 | $176,600 | $63,640 | — | 2,990 |
| Tennessee | $154,460 | $191,880 | $76,650 | — | 1,470 |
| West Virginia | $147,440 | $171,380 | $65,490 | — | 400 |
| Hawaii | $139,990 | $136,200 | $55,580 | $204,760 | 570 |
| Colorado | $136,260 | $143,450 | $64,440 | $233,650 | 2,330 |
| Kentucky | $135,550 | $179,380 | $68,280 | — | 910 |
| Utah | $132,270 | $148,860 | $77,220 | — | 740 |
| Mississippi | $128,570 | $143,020 | $62,400 | — | 830 |
| Wyoming | $126,860 | $154,030 | $55,500 | — | 260 |
| Nevada | $125,180 | $146,480 | $92,110 | $213,080 | 1,040 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for dentists, general. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Dental Medicine Doctor (DMD) or Dental Officer frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Dentists, General compares to others in the 29 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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