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Dentist Salary in Germany

Dentists diagnose and treat conditions of the teeth, gums, and mouth. The Germany median is $297,677 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$297,677
per year
Monthly (national)
$24,863
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$297,677
Stuttgart, DE
Hourly (national)
$143.11
varies by city

Dentist salary by city in Germany

CityPer year
Stuttgart, DE$297,677
Essen, DE$297,677
Dortmund, DE$297,677
Dresden, DE$297,677
Bremen, DE$297,677
Nuremberg, DE$297,677
Munich, DE$222,402
Hamburg, DE$213,278
Frankfurt, DE$213,278
Berlin, DE$203,013
Düsseldorf, DE$203,013
Cologne, DE$198,451

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a dentist make in Germany?
The national median dentist salary in Germany is about 261.000 € per year (21.800 € per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about 174.000 € to 261.000 €.
Which Germany city pays dentists the most?
Stuttgart, DE pays the most at about 261.000 € per year.
Which Germany city pays dentists the least?
Among cities we cover, Cologne, DE is on the lower end at about 174.000 € per year for a dentist.
What is the typical salary range for a dentist in Germany?
Across Germany cities we cover, dentist pay commonly spans from about 123.000 € at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 361.500 € for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Germany cities have dentist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes dentist pay for 12 cities in Germany, all shown in EUR.
Is dentist in demand in Germany?
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.