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Dentist Salary in South Korea

Dentists diagnose and treat conditions of the teeth, gums, and mouth. The South Korea median is $216,974 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$216,974
per year
Monthly (national)
$18,081
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$216,974
Incheon, KR
Hourly (national)
$104.31
varies by city

Dentist salary by city in South Korea

CityPer year
Incheon, KR$216,974
Daegu, KR$216,974
Daejeon, KR$216,974
Gwangju, KR$216,974
Suwon, KR$216,974
Ulsan, KR$216,974
Goyang-si, KR$216,974
Changwon, KR$216,974
Cheongju-si, KR$216,974
Jeonju, KR$216,974
Seoul, KR$165,713
Busan, KR$108,311

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a dentist make in South Korea?
The national median dentist salary in South Korea is about ₩325,750,000 per year (₩27,145,800 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about ₩162,610,000 to ₩325,750,000.
Which South Korea city pays dentists the most?
Incheon, KR pays the most at about ₩325,750,000 per year.
Which South Korea city pays dentists the least?
Among cities we cover, Busan, KR is on the lower end at about ₩162,610,000 per year for a dentist.
What is the typical salary range for a dentist in South Korea?
Across South Korea cities we cover, dentist pay commonly spans from about ₩115,030,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about ₩451,163,800 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many South Korea cities have dentist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes dentist pay for 12 cities in South Korea, all shown in KRW.
Is dentist in demand in South Korea?
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.