Dentist Jobs in Texas
Across 290 live Dentist listings in Texas, median advertised pay is $390K (75th percentile $461K), based on the 165 that state a salary; Texas ranks 14th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are PDS Health (36), Community Dental Partners (19), Smile Brands (14).
290+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of November 6, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 165 roles pay ~$390k median with 2.8/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Correctional Dentist - Ferguson Unit
UnitedHealth GroupEmployer score · SilverMidway, TX
Dentist: Relocate to Kingsville | Up to $40k Sign-On Bonus & Lodging Stipend
Community Dental PartnersKingsville, TX
Dentist: Kingsville | Up to $40k Sign-On Bonus & Lodging Stipend
Community Dental PartnersKingsville, TX
Lead Dentist
Great Expressions Dental CentersEmployer score · SilverSaginaw, TX
Lead General Dentist Full Time Established Practice 20 Plus Years
Star Dental PartnersBedford, TX
Associate Dentist Full Time
Aligned Dental PartnersEmployer score · SilverCollege Station, TX
Correctional Dentist- Hughes Unit
University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)Gatesville, TX
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Dentist Pay in Texas: Live Market and State Comparison
Live dentist listings in Texas today, then Texas 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
- 290
- Live median
- $390k
- 75th $461k · n=165
- 12-mo median
- $194k
- Pay rank
- #14 of 51
- Work-life
- 4.1/10 · #35
- 12-mo postings
- 864
Dentist roles in Texas advertise $26k above the $168k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Delaware leads at $369k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs TX | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas (this page) | $194k | — | 4.1/10 | 864 |
| Delaware#1 | $369k | +$175k | 3.3/10 | 31 |
| Alaska#2 | $260k | +$66k | 3.2/10 | 18 |
| Arkansasborders | $258k | +$64k | 4.6/10 | 74 |
| New Mexicoborders | $254k | +$59k | 4.1/10 | 78 |
| South Dakota#5 | $251k | +$57k | 5.7/10 | 29 |
| Oklahomaborders | $227k | +$32k | 5.1/10 | 200 |
| Louisianaborders | $191k | −$3k | 3.7/10 | 77 |
“borders” = shares a border with Texas; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Nov 6, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- PDS Health (36), Community Dental Partners (19), Smile Brands (14)
- Sign-on & loan repayment:
- 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 3% offer loan repayment (of 290 live listings on this page)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100), BetterHelp (gold, 93/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Dentist jobs in Texas.
How much do dentist earn in Texas?
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 75% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring dentist in Texas right now?
Employers currently hiring for dentist roles include Star Dental Partners, Smile Brands, Community Dental Partners, University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many dentist jobs in Texas are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 290 dentist positions in Texas 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 Texas
PDS Health36 open roles here · WLB 75/100- Community Dental Partners19 open roles here · WLB 65/100
Smile Brands14 open roles here · WLB 74/100Ideal Dental10 open roles here · WLB 74/100
Aspen Dental9 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Specialized Dental Partners8 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Benevis7 open roles here · WLB 73/100