Prosthodontist Salary in 2026

    SOC: 29-1024.00 · BLS OEWS 2026 · Updated March 2026
    Median Annual
    $239,200
    per year
    Salary Range
    $97K – $239K
    P10–P90
    Total Jobs
    760
    employed
    Job Growth
    +4.5%
    2024–2034
    Section 01

    How Much Do Prosthodontists Make?

    Prosthodontists earn a median annual salary of $239,200 as of 2026, based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) data. Wages span from $97,370 at the 10th percentile to $239,200 at the 90th percentile — a range of $141,830. The highest-paying state is Virginia at $239,200.

    PercentileAnnual salary
    10th percentile$97,370
    25th percentile$232,000
    Median (50th)$239,200
    75th percentile$239,200
    90th percentile$239,200
    10th: $97,370Median: $239,20090th: $239,200
    Section 02

    Prosthodontist Salary by State

    Median annual salary across all 50 states. Click a column to sort.

    StateMedian salary
    Virginiatop$239,200
    Section 04

    Prosthodontist Salary by Experience

    Estimated salary ranges derived from BLS wage percentiles. Entry level corresponds to P10–P25, mid-career to the median, experienced to P75, and senior to P90+.

    Experience levelEstimated salary
    Entry level (0–2 yrs)~$97,370 – $232,000
    Mid career (3–7 yrs)~$239,200
    Experienced (8–15 yrs)~$239,200
    Senior (15+ yrs)$239,200+
    Section 05

    How to Earn More as a Prosthodontist

    An advanced credential — such as a graduate degree or specialized certification — is consistently associated with higher earnings in this field. Reaching the 75th percentile ($239,200) typically requires 5–10 years of experience plus specialization in a high-demand area.

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    Section 06

    Prosthodontist Salary vs Similar Careers

    CareerMedian salary
    Prosthodontistthis career$239,200
    Dentists, General$172,790
    Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon$239,200
    Orthodontist$239,200
    Optometrist$134,830

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    Section 07

    Frequently Asked Questions

    SOC: 29-1024.00 · Data: BLS OEWS 2026, O*NET 29.1 · Salary figures are national medians unless otherwise noted.