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Dentist vs Psychologist salary

In Spain, a dentist earns about 79% more than a psychologist $208,716 vs $116,333 per year.

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Healthcare
Dentist
$208,716/yr
Monthly
$17,450
Hourly
$100
Range
$143,022$289,123
10-yr outlook
+4%
Healthcare
Psychologist
$116,333/yr
Monthly
$9,694
Hourly
$56
Range
$79,723$161,156
10-yr outlook
+6%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileDentistPsychologist
Entry (10th)$143,022$79,723
25th$175,869$97,971
Median$208,716$116,333
75th$248,862$138,688
Senior (90th)$289,123$161,156

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does a dentist or psychologist earn more in Spain?
A dentist earns more, at about 183.000 € per year vs 102.000 € for a psychologist — roughly 79% (81.000 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Spain?
A dentist typically earns 125.400 €–253.500 €, while a psychologist earns 69.900 €–141.300 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Spain?
On a monthly basis before tax, a dentist averages about 15.300 € and a psychologist about 8500 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Spain, a dentist earns about 125.400 € while a psychologist earns about 69.900 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Spain, a dentist earns about 253.500 € while a psychologist earns about 141.300 € per year.
Are dentist and psychologist 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.