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Dentist Salary in Malaysia

Dentists diagnose and treat conditions of the teeth, gums, and mouth. The Malaysia median is $121,872 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

Showing amounts in USD (USD default; source data is MYR). FX as of Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:02:31 +0000. Convert currencies

National median
$121,872
per year
Monthly (national)
$10,148
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$121,872
Johor Bahru, MY
Hourly (national)
$58.59
varies by city

Dentist salary by city in Malaysia

CityPer year
Johor Bahru, MY$121,872
Petaling Jaya, MY$121,872
Ipoh, MY$121,872
Malacca, MY$121,872
Kota Bharu, MY$121,872
Kuantan, MY$121,872
Kota Kinabalu, MY$121,872
Kuala Terengganu, MY$121,872
Alor Setar, MY$121,872
Kuching, MY$121,872
Seremban, MY$121,872
Kuala Lumpur, MY$85,261

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a dentist make in Malaysia?
The national median dentist salary in Malaysia is about RM 496,000 per year (RM 41,300 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about RM 347,000 to RM 496,000.
Which Malaysia city pays dentists the most?
Johor Bahru, MY pays the most at about RM 496,000 per year.
Which Malaysia city pays dentists the least?
Among cities we cover, Kuala Lumpur, MY is on the lower end at about RM 347,000 per year for a dentist.
What is the typical salary range for a dentist in Malaysia?
Across Malaysia cities we cover, dentist pay commonly spans from about RM 245,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about RM 687,000 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Malaysia cities have dentist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes dentist pay for 12 cities in Malaysia, all shown in MYR.
Is dentist in demand in Malaysia?
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.