Healthcare Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Dentist Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median dentist salary in Aurora, IL is $155,559 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$155,559
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-4,811
Cost of Living
95%

Dentist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level dentist earns around $82,450, while experienced professionals earn up to $227,950 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$82,450
$-2,550 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$157,140
$-4,860 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$227,950
$-7,050 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $77,600
25th Percentile $111,550
Median (50th) $155,559
75th Percentile $201,760
90th Percentile $244,440

Dentist Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$176,407
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$174,803
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$139,522
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$134,711
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Dentist in Aurora

Education

Most dentist positions require a doctoral degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Dental ProceduresRadiographyPatient ManagementOral SurgeryProsthodonticsAnesthesia

Job Outlook

Nationally, dentist employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.