Dentist Salary in Canada
Dentists diagnose and treat conditions of the teeth, gums, and mouth. The Canada median is $242,849 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.
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National median
$242,849
per year
Monthly (national)
$20,261
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$242,849
Winnipeg, MB
Hourly (national)
$116.75
varies by city
Dentist salary by city in Canada
| City | Per year | Per month | vs. national |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winnipeg, MB | $242,849 | $20,261 | 0% |
| Québec, QC | $242,849 | $20,261 | 0% |
| Halifax, NS | $242,849 | $20,261 | 0% |
| Victoria, BC | $242,849 | $20,261 | 0% |
| Kitchener, ON | $242,849 | $20,261 | 0% |
| Burnaby, BC | $242,849 | $20,261 | 0% |
| Longueuil, QC | $242,849 | $20,261 | 0% |
| Regina, SK | $242,849 | $20,261 | 0% |
| Toronto, ON | $189,196 | $15,743 | -22% |
| Edmonton, AB | $164,488 | $13,696 | -32% |
| Montreal, QC | $156,722 | $13,060 | -35% |
| Ottawa, ON | $145,427 | $12,142 | -40% |
Dentist salary in other countries
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does a dentist make in Canada?
- The national median dentist salary in Canada is about $344,000 per year ($28,700 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $206,000 to $344,000.
- Which Canada city pays dentists the most?
- Winnipeg, MB pays the most at about $344,000 per year.
- Which Canada city pays dentists the least?
- Among cities we cover, Ottawa, ON is on the lower end at about $206,000 per year for a dentist.
- What is the typical salary range for a dentist in Canada?
- Across Canada cities we cover, dentist pay commonly spans from about $146,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $476,400 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
- How many Canada cities have dentist salary data?
- Pay by Role publishes dentist pay for 12 cities in Canada, all shown in CAD.
- Is dentist in demand in Canada?
- Employment for this role is projected to change by about +4% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.