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Chief Dental Officer

Average Chief Dental Officer Salary

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$148,891
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$85k
MEDIAN
$149k
90%
$241k

The average salary for a Chief Dental Officer is $148,891 in 2025

Base Salary
$85k - $241k
Bonus
$5k - $75k
Profit Sharing
$2k - $47k
Commission
$3k - $96k
Total Pay
$85k - $283k
Based on 8,971 salary profiles (last updated Aug 07 2024)
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4.3 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Chief Dental Officer

Medical
84%
Dental
69%
Vision
61%
None
16%

Gender Breakdown for Chief Dental Officers

Male
55.8%
Female
43.3%
Prefer to self-define
0.8%
This data is based on 3,016 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Chief Dental Officers

What is the highest pay for Chief Dental Officers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Chief Dental Officer is $241k / year

What is the lowest pay for Chief Dental Officers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Chief Dental Officer is $85k / year

How can Chief Dental Officers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Chief Dental Officer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Chief Dental Officer that oversees more junior Chief Dental Officers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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