How much does a Dentist make in Oregon?

BLS puts the average Dentist pay in Oregon at $240,170 a year (BLS, May 2025). On that pay in Oregon, after federal taxes, FICA, and Oregon state taxes, your estimated take-home pay is approximately $154,995 annually ($12,916/month).

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

On a $240,170 salary in Oregon, your take-home pay is approximately $154,995/year or $12,916/month. Federal tax: $48,158. State tax: $21,733. FICA: $15,283.

Is $240,170 a good Dentist salary?

$240,170 is the BLS average Dentist pay in Oregon, 26% above the US average of $191,350 (BLS, May 2025). The middle 50% in Oregon earn between $169,430 and $306,890.

How do Oregon taxes affect Dentist salaries?

Oregon levies state income tax on top of federal taxes. Your estimated state tax on $240,170 is $21,733. Your total effective tax rate is approximately 35.5%.

What are the career growth prospects for Dentists?

In Oregon, the top 10% earn over $353,310 and the bottom 10% under $143,990 (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 Oregon 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 Oregon (2026)

Average Dentist pay in Oregon

$240,170/year

≈ $115/hour before tax

Middle 50% earn $169,430–$306,890

US average: $191,350

Source: BLS, May 2025

After tax (single filer)

$154,995/year

$12,916/month · effective tax rate 35.46%

Federal $48,158
State $21,733
FICA $15,283
Take-home

Pay by role in Oregon

Dental Specialist (endo / perio / pediatric / prostho)BLS · 75th–90th percentile$384,250–$417,510
General DentistBLS · 75th–90th percentile$306,890–$353,310
General DentistBLS · 10th–25th percentile$143,990–$169,430

See the full tax breakdown

Category	Amount
Annual Take-Home Pay	$154,995
Monthly Take-Home Pay	$12,916
Biweekly Take-Home Pay	$5,961
Hourly Take-Home Pay based on 2,080 hrs/year	$75/hr
Federal Tax	$48,158
State Tax	$21,733
FICA Taxes	$15,283
Effective Tax Rate total taxes ÷ gross salary	35.46%

Estimates only — not tax advice. · Full disclaimer →

Not all Dentists earn the same — not even close

Oregon's dentist market is anchored by OHSU School of Dentistry Portland (the only AVMA-accredited DDS-granting institution in OR, ~75 DDSs/yr), substantial Portland + Eugene + Bend + Medford private practice + DSO networks (Aspen Dental Northwest + Pacific Dental Services + Smile Brands regional clinics), Permanente Dental Associates (Kaiser Permanente NW integrated dental, ~30 OR clinic sites), Delta Dental of Oregon insurance, plus Pacific University College of Dental Health Sciences Hillsboro (dental hygiene + specialty).

Dental Specialist (endo / perio / pediatric / prostho)

$384,250–$417,510

Endodontic specialty practice · root canal specialty · Portland + Eugene + Bend specialty

Source: BLS May 2025 · Dentists, All Other Specialists · Oregon · 75th–90th percentile

General Dentist

$306,890–$353,310

Aspen Dental Northwest + Pacific Dental Services + Smile Brands associate · DSO production model

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

General Dentist

$143,990–$169,430

OHSU School of Dentistry new grad · UW + UCSF + Loma Linda regional pipeline

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

Worth knowing: Permanente Dental Associates Oregon is the country's only integrated payer-provider salaried dental model and a feature most national dentist-career surveys understate for OR. Permanente Dental Associates (the dental subsidiary of Kaiser Permanente Northwest, ~30 OR + SW WA clinic sites, ~120 dentists practicing as Permanente Dental Associates salaried employees rather than fee-for-service practice owners — among the country's only integrated dental delivery models) operates substantial OR dental practice across Kaiser Permanente member-only access supporting ~600K KP NW dental members. Senior Permanente Dental dentists clear $165-245K TC with attractive work-life balance + KP retirement benefits. OHSU School of Dentistry (founded 1898, ~75 DDSs/yr, the only AVMA-accredited DDS-granting institution in OR) operates substantial general dentistry + pediatric + orthodontic + endodontic + oral surgery + periodontal training plus AEGD + GPR + pediatric + ortho residency programs. OHSU is one of the few US universities with DDS + MD + PharmD + DNP + DPT + DPS programs all on one campus — supporting substantial interdisciplinary dental research. Aspen Dental Northwest + Pacific Dental Services + Smile Brands operate the largest OR DSO presence. OR's 9.9% top bracket catches senior specialty + practice-owner comp at $250K+ TC — Portland-metro residents face additional Multnomah PFA + Metro SHS pushing Portland-resident top to 13.9%+ at $250K+.

Sources & Methodology

Salary figures are market estimates for Dentists in Oregon and vary by employer, specialty, seniority, and metro. Take-home math assumes a single filer with no dependents, the standard deduction, and Oregon 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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