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Dentist vs Physician salary
Who earns more—a Dentist or Physician? This page compares mid-level gross salary bands in United States using our static 2026 model, not live job board scrapes.
Figures use Toolminator's static salary model (ranges for comparison, not job listings). Methodology & limitations.
| Role | Mid-level range (USD) | USD equivalent (mid) |
|---|---|---|
| Dentist | $145,530–$181,104 | $163,317 |
| Physician | $207,900–$258,720 | $233,310 |
In our static United States model, mid-level Physician averages about 43% more than dentist on a USD-equivalent basis—not a live offer or payroll feed.
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