Healthcare Rio Rancho, NM Pop. 104,046

Dentist Salary in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

The median dentist salary in Rio Rancho, NM is $144,333 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 1.1% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$144,333
vs State Avg
$-1,604
vs National
$-16,037
Cost of Living
92%

Dentist Salary in Rio Rancho by Experience

In Rio Rancho, an entry-level dentist earns around $76,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $211,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$76,500
$-8,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$145,800
$-16,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$211,500
$-23,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rio Rancho, NM

Percentile Rio Rancho
10th Percentile $72,000
25th Percentile $103,500
Median (50th) $144,333
75th Percentile $187,200
90th Percentile $226,800

Dentist Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$173,200
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$149,144
Pop. 564,559
Las Cruces, NM
$137,918
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$128,296
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Dentist in Rio Rancho

Education

Most dentist positions require a doctoral degree. Rio Rancho and the surrounding New Mexico 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 Rio Rancho may vary based on local industry and population growth.