How much does a Dentist make in North Dakota?

BLS puts the average Dentist pay in North Dakota at $222,340 a year (BLS, May 2025). On that pay in North Dakota, after federal taxes, FICA, and North Dakota state taxes, your estimated take-home pay is approximately $161,968 annually ($13,497/month).

What is the take-home pay for a Dentist in North Dakota?

On a $222,340 salary in North Dakota, your take-home pay is approximately $161,968/year or $13,497/month. Federal tax: $42,453. State tax: $3,055. FICA: $14,864.

Is $222,340 a good Dentist salary?

$222,340 is the BLS average Dentist pay in North Dakota, 16% above the US average of $191,350 (BLS, May 2025). The middle 50% in North Dakota earn between $151,110 and $275,680.

How do North Dakota taxes affect Dentist salaries?

North Dakota levies state income tax on top of federal taxes. Your estimated state tax on $222,340 is $3,055. Your total effective tax rate is approximately 27.2%.

What are the career growth prospects for Dentists?

In North Dakota, the top 10% earn over $308,040 and the bottom 10% under $138,570 (BLS, May 2025). 4% growth through 2032 (about as fast as average). Related roles include: General Dentist, Orthodontist, Oral Surgeon, Periodontist, Endodontist.

How can a Dentist in North Dakota reduce their tax bill?

Maximize your 401(k) contribution ($24,500 in 2026) to reduce taxable income. An HSA ($4,400 single / $8,750 family) adds further pre-tax savings. These strategies can save thousands annually — use our calculator to see your exact savings.

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Dentist Salary in North Dakota (2026)

Average Dentist pay in North Dakota

$222,340/year

≈ $107/hour before tax

Middle 50% earn $151,110–$275,680

US average: $191,350

Source: BLS, May 2025

After tax (single filer)

$161,968/year

$13,497/month · effective tax rate 27.15%

Federal $42,453
State $3,055
FICA $14,864
Take-home

Pay by role in North Dakota

General DentistBLS · 75th–90th percentile$275,680–$308,040
General DentistBLS · middle 50%$151,110–$275,680
General DentistBLS · 10th–25th percentile$138,570–$151,110

See the full tax breakdown

Category	Amount
Annual Take-Home Pay	$161,968
Monthly Take-Home Pay	$13,497
Biweekly Take-Home Pay	$6,230
Hourly Take-Home Pay based on 2,080 hrs/year	$78/hr
Federal Tax	$42,453
State Tax	$3,055
FICA Taxes	$14,864
Effective Tax Rate total taxes ÷ gross salary	27.15%

Estimates only — not tax advice. · Full disclaimer →

Not all Dentists earn the same — not even close

North Dakota's dental market is anchored by the substantial ND private dental practice (ND has NO in-state DDS-granting institution + closest UMN School of Dentistry St. Paul + Creighton University Omaha + UI Iowa City + Marquette Milwaukee + the substantial ND DDS pipeline drawing from out-of-state schools), the substantial Indian Health Service IHS ND reservation dental (Standing Rock IHS Fort Yates + Spirit Lake IHS Fort Totten + Three Affiliated Tribes IHS New Town + Turtle Mountain IHS Belcourt dental + the substantial IHS Loan Repayment Program), Delta Dental of North Dakota Fargo (substantial ND dental insurance), Sanford Health Dental + Essentia Dental + Altru Dental + the substantial ND Federally Qualified Health Center FQHC community dental, the substantial post-2010 Bakken boom dental practice growth (the substantial Bakken oilfield dental + Williston dental practice growth + the substantial post-Bakken UHNW oil-wealth migration dental), plus VA Fargo + VA Bismarck dental + the substantial ND pediatric dental.

General Dentist

$275,680–$308,040

Associate DDS at ND corporate group practice · Heartland Dental + Aspen Dental

Source: BLS May 2025 · Dentists, General · North Dakota · 75th–90th percentile

General Dentist

$151,110–$275,680

Associate DDS at ND practices · transitioning to ownership track

Source: BLS May 2025 · Dentists, General · North Dakota · middle 50%

General Dentist

$138,570–$151,110

New grad DDS at ND corporate + group practice · entry band

Source: BLS May 2025 · Dentists, General · North Dakota · 10th–25th percentile

Worth knowing: Post-2010 Bakken oil boom dental practice growth + the substantial Indian Health Service ND reservation dental is one of the country's distinctive concentrated US single-state oil boomtown + IHS dental anchor and a feature most national dental surveys understate for ND. The substantial post-2010 Bakken boom dental practice growth (the substantial post-2010 Bakken oil boom Williston + Watford City + Stanley + Killdeer + Tioga substantial dental practice growth + the substantial post-2010 Bakken oilfield workforce migration creating substantial dental demand + the substantial post-2014 Bakken price crash dental practice adjustment + post-2020 Bakken recovery + the substantial post-Bakken UHNW oil-wealth migration dental + the substantial Bakken-area dental practice consolidation + the substantial Heartland Dental + Aspen Dental Bakken expansion) supports distinctive ND boomtown DDS. Senior Bakken boom practice owners clear $285-615K+ profit. The substantial Indian Health Service IHS ND reservation dental (Standing Rock IHS + Spirit Lake IHS + Three Affiliated Tribes IHS + Turtle Mountain IHS dental + the substantial IHS Dental LRP + IHS Scholarship + housing) supports substantial ND IHS dental. Delta Dental of ND + Sanford Dental + Essentia + Altru + ND FQHC + VA Fargo + VA Bismarck federal civilian. ND flat 1.95%/2.5% top + ND RTW since 1948 anchor the ND DDS proposition.

Sources & Methodology

Salary figures are market estimates for Dentists in North Dakota and vary by employer, specialty, seniority, and metro. Take-home math assumes a single filer with no dependents, the standard deduction, and North Dakota 2026 state rates. Local taxes, insurance premiums, and pre-tax contributions will move your number — run the calculator for your own situation.

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