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Dentist vs Nurse Practitioner salary

In France, a dentist earns about 45% more than a nurse practitioner $272,585 vs $188,186 per year.

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Healthcare
Dentist
$272,585/yr
Monthly
$22,696
Hourly
$131
Range
$186,704$377,513
10-yr outlook
+4%
Healthcare
Nurse Practitioner
$188,186/yr
Monthly
$15,739
Hourly
$90
Range
$137,433$250,345
10-yr outlook
+45%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileDentistNurse Practitioner
Entry (10th)$186,704$137,433
25th$229,702$162,753
Median$272,585$188,186
75th$325,049$219,209
Senior (90th)$377,513$250,345

National France figures in EUR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a dentist or nurse practitioner earn more in France?
A dentist earns more, at about 239 000 € per year vs 165 000 € for a nurse practitioner — roughly 45% (74 000 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in France?
A dentist typically earns 163 700 €–331 000 €, while a nurse practitioner earns 120 500 €–219 500 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in France?
On a monthly basis before tax, a dentist averages about 19 900 € and a nurse practitioner about 13 800 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in France, a dentist earns about 163 700 € while a nurse practitioner earns about 120 500 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in France, a dentist earns about 331 000 € while a nurse practitioner earns about 219 500 € per year.
Are dentist and nurse practitioner 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.