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Dentist vs Radiologist salary

In Brazil, a radiologist earns about 54% more than a dentist $140,661 vs $91,166 per year.

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Healthcare
Dentist
$91,166/yr
Monthly
$7,591
Hourly
$44
Range
$62,447$126,263
10-yr outlook
+4%
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Healthcare
Radiologist
$140,661/yr
Monthly
$11,719
Hourly
$68
Range
$92,555$199,449
10-yr outlook
+5%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileDentistRadiologist
Entry (10th)$62,447$92,555
25th$76,806$116,618
Median$91,166$140,661
75th$108,714$170,065
Senior (90th)$126,263$199,449

National Brazil figures in BRL. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a dentist or radiologist earn more in Brazil?
A radiologist earns more, at about R$ 719.000 per year vs R$ 466.000 for a dentist — roughly 54% (R$ 253.000) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Brazil?
A dentist typically earns R$ 319.200–R$ 645.400, while a radiologist earns R$ 473.100–R$ 1.019.500 per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Brazil?
On a monthly basis before tax, a dentist averages about R$ 38.800 and a radiologist about R$ 59.900.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Brazil, a dentist earns about R$ 319.200 while a radiologist earns about R$ 473.100 per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Brazil, a dentist earns about R$ 645.400 while a radiologist earns about R$ 1.019.500 per year.
Are dentist and radiologist similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Healthcare category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.