How much does a Dentist make in District of Columbia? The average Dentist salary in District of Columbia is $216,244 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $193,787 and $243,460. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Dentist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dentist Salary $173,341 DC February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Dentist Salary $193,787 DC February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Dentist Salary $216,244 DC February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Dentist Salary $243,460 DC February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Dentist Salary $268,239 DC February 26, 2024
25% $193,787 10% $173,341 90% $268,239 75% $243,460 $216,244 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Dentist need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Leadership: Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.

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Futures: Futures are derivative financial contracts obligating the buyer to purchase an asset or the seller to sell an asset at a predetermined future date and set price.

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clinical support: Assists healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care. They work with an individual practitioner or a team, taking on tasks such as welcoming and preparing patients, explaining treatment and updating patient records

Leadership 4.9%
Futures 2.65%
clinical support 1.56%
Others 90.89%

Job Description for Dentist

Dentist examines and treats diseases and injuries of teeth and gums. Performs preventative and maintenance dentistry and educates the patient in proper tooth and gum care. Being a Dentist recommends braces or surgery to correct any malformations. Requires a doctorate degree in dentistry, either a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited school. Additionally, Dentist requires a state licensed to practice. Typically reports to a top management. Dentist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $216,244 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $216,244 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $216,244 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $216,244 Date Updated February 26, 2024
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