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Dentist salary in Norway

Market pay for dentists in Norway, based on official statistics (SSB). See the range, what drives the pay, and tailor it to your own experience.

A dentist in Norway typically earns NOK 947,000 a year (median, Statistics Norway). The market range for dentists runs from NOK 776,000 to NOK 1,366,000.

Last updated 9 June 2026

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Tannlege

946,800 kr/yr

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776,400Market range1,365,600

As a dentist the median pay is around 947,000 kroner a year, according to Statistics Norway (SSB) figures for 2025. Most earn between roughly 776,000 and 1,366,000 kroner, with private practice, ownership and specialisation pushing clearly higher in the range. The wide spread reflects the difference between publicly employed and self-employed dentists.

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Frequently asked questions

What does a dentist earn in Norway?

A dentist typically earns NOK 947,000 a year (median from Statistics Norway). Most dentists fall between NOK 776,000 and NOK 1,366,000.

What is the salary range for dentists?

The lower quartile is NOK 776,000 and the upper quartile NOK 1,366,000 a year. Where you land depends on region, seniority and specialisation.

How can a dentist get a raise?

Know the market range, document your results, and bring a concrete case to the talk. The Worktube agent builds the negotiation case for you, free: the arguments, the target and the opening.

Where do the salary numbers come from?

From official salary statistics (Statistics Norway, SSB), matched to the role. The numbers are estimates: actual pay varies with region, experience and employer.

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