Dentist Jobs in North Carolina
Across 196 live Dentist listings in North Carolina, median advertised pay is $130K (75th percentile $425K), based on the 80 that state a salary; North Carolina ranks 37th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Lightwave Dental (23), Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry (22), Dr Lane & Associates (20).
196+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 22, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 80 roles pay ~$130k median with 2.8/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Dentist
Smile ProgramsEmployer score · SilverCharlotte, NC
Traveling Dentist – Nursing Home Care
Aria Care PartnersGreenville, NC
Traveling Dentist – Nursing Home Care
Aria Care PartnersWilmington, NC
Associate Dentist (DDS, DMD) Full Time or Part Time
Aligned Dental PartnersEmployer score · SilverJacksonville, NC
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Dentist Pay in North Carolina: Live Market and State Comparison
Live dentist listings in North Carolina today, then North Carolina against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 196
- Live median
- $130k
- 75th $425k · n=80
- 12-mo median
- $136k
- Pay rank
- #37 of 51
- Work-life
- 4.4/10 · #35
- 12-mo postings
- 333
Dentist roles in North Carolina advertise $29k below the $165k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Delaware leads at $352k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs NC | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina (this page) | $136k | — | 4.4/10 | 333 |
| Delaware#1 | $352k | +$216k | 3.4/10 | 27 |
| Alaska#2 | $287k | +$151k | 3.9/10 | 12 |
| Oklahoma#3 | $267k | +$131k | 5.1/10 | 207 |
| Georgiaborders | $179k | +$43k | 4.6/10 | 341 |
| Tennesseeborders | $166k | +$30k | 4.6/10 | 173 |
| South Carolinaborders | $161k | +$25k | 4.1/10 | 221 |
| Virginiaborders | $152k | +$16k | 4.7/10 | 302 |
“borders” = shares a border with North Carolina; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 22, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Lightwave Dental (23), Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry (22), Dr Lane & Associates (20)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Dentist jobs in North Carolina.
How much do dentist earn in North Carolina?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of dentist. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid dentist jobs available?
Some dentist roles offer remote or hybrid flexibility. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which dentist jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every dentist role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 25% with no on-call and 85% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring dentist in North Carolina right now?
Employers currently hiring for dentist roles include Aspen Dental, Aria Care Partners, Piedmont Dental Specialists, Ideal Dental, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many dentist jobs in North Carolina are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 196 dentist positions in North Carolina listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Dentist Jobs in North Carolina
Lightwave Dental23 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry22 open roles here · WLB 75/100Dr Lane & Associates20 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Kids Dental Brands18 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Aspen Dental16 open roles here · WLB 74/100
Smile Starters Dental9 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Ideal Dental7 open roles here · WLB 73/100- Aria Care Partners6 open roles here · WLB 75/100