DentalUpdated Q1 2026

Periodontist Salary
in Stamford, CT

Specialize in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease and dental implants. Median salary in Stamford: $312K/year. Data from BLS, O*NET, and H-1B disclosures.

Median salary
$312K
per year
Take-home: $198K

Salary range in Stamford

Entry level (25th)$220,000
Median (50th)$312,000
Senior (75th)$428,000
Top earner (90th)$563,000
Data freshness

Figures represent annual base salary in Stamford, Connecticut. Reviewed by SalaryOptics Editorial Β· How we calculate this β†’

Help build this dataset. Add your own Periodontist salary so other workers in Stamford have better numbers to work with.
Submit yours β†’

What the numbers say for Stamford

Analysis derived from the salary, COL, tax, and labor-market figures above β€” specific to this role and city.

22% premium vs national median

Periodontists in Stamford earn approximately 22% higher than the US national median for this role β€” a $57,000 premium on annual base salary. This reflects Stamford's position as a higher-cost labor market where employers must match local wage norms.

Cost-of-living adjusted picture

Adjusted for Stamford's cost-of-living index (158), the median Periodontist salary buys the equivalent of $197,468 in a US-average-cost city. That's $57,532 less purchasing power than the national median β€” the higher nominal salary doesn't fully offset local costs.

Primarily on-site role

Only 0% of Periodontist positions offer remote flexibility, meaning the Stamford salary above represents what local employers actually pay β€” not a remote-anywhere rate. Geographic constraints reinforce the local market, so the salary range above is more directly applicable than for remote-friendly roles.

Key facts for Stamford

Median salary
$312K
annual
Take-home pay
$198K
after fed/state tax
COL index
158
100 = US avg
State income tax
6.99%
effective rate
Avg 1BR rent
$2,500
per month
YoY growth
+3%
salary trend

Salary forecast: Stamford Periodontist to 2030

Based on BLS 2022–2032 Employment Projections and WEF Future of Jobs Report 2026. At current growth rates, median salary reaches $312K by 2030.

Salary trend & forecast β€” Stamford

Historical (2019–2025) + projected to 2030 based on BLS growth rates

HistoricalProjected
Periodontist salary trend 2019–2030PROJECTED β†’$261K$284K$307K$330K$353K201920212023202520272029
2026
$320K
projected
2027
$328K
projected
2028
$336K
projected
2029
$344K
projected
2030
$353K
projected

Projections based on BLS Employment Projections 2022–2032 CAGR and WEF Jobs Report 2025. Not financial advice.

YearProjected median salaryvs today
2027 projected$312,000+$0
2028 projected$312,000+$0
2029 projected$312,000+$0
2030 projected$312,000+$0

Projections use compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from BLS occupational outlook data. Actual salaries may vary.

Full salary breakdown & negotiation guide

Unlock the full salary report + negotiation email template

Enter your email for free access. We'll send salary market updates β€” unsubscribe anytime.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Periodontist Salary in Stamford, Connecticut: Complete Guide (2026)

The median Periodontist salary in Stamford, CT is $312,000 per year as of Q1 2026. This figure represents the midpoint of all reported compensation for this role in the Stamford–CT metropolitan area, based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment Statistics, H-1B visa disclosures from the Department of Labor, and O*NET occupational data.

Salary range for Periodontist in Stamford

Entry-level Periodontists in Stamford with 0–2 years of experience typically earn between $220,000 and $312,000 annually. Mid-career professionals with 3–7 years command $312,000 to $428,000, while senior-level practitioners with 8+ years of experience regularly earn $428,000 to $563,000 or more.

Cost of living in Stamford for Periodontists

Stamford has a cost of living index of 158 compared to the US national average of 100. Stamford's cost of living is above the US average, so the salary figures above reflect local market rates. Connecticut has a 6.99% state income tax rate.

Education requirements for Periodontist

DMD/DDS + periodontics residency. 0% of these roles offer some remote flexibility.

Periodontist salary in nearby cities

CityMedian salaryCOL index
Stamford (current)$312K158
Bridgeport$275K118
New Haven$279K122
Hartford$286K118