Cape Coral dentists who work to improve patients’ smiles also have reason to grin from ear to ear.
A new study by Clarify Capital has revealed the Best U.S. Cities for Dentists. It found that Cape Coral is No. 1 in salaries for dentists.
The New York City-based financial consulting firm ranked 98 metro areas based on salaries, job availability, local demand and more. The company also said it surveyed dental workers “to better understand staffing trends and how practices are adapting in a shifting economy,” said a Dec. 11 news release.
Here’s what the study found.
A new study by Clarify Capital in December 2025 revealed the Best U.S. Cities for Dentists. It found that Cape Coral is No. 1 in salaries for dentists.
Cape Coral dentists are paid ― a lot
In its “key takeaways,” the study said dentists in Cape Coral make an annual salary of $275,110 per year. Following the Southwest Florida city were Boston dentists at $251,390 and Houston at $240,340.
Cape Coral ranked 37th overall, with other category rankings of: 62nd for patient demand and 90th for average Yelp rating.
Where did Florida cities rank in study
No other Southwest Florida cities to make the list. Overall, Orlando was No. 3, followed by Miami (fifth), Tampa (ninth), St. Petersburg (25th), Port St. Lucie (32nd) and Jacksonville (36th).
Orlando ranked third with strong search interest from patients and a solid job market for dental professionals. It ranked in the top five for online searches and 15th for dental employment, “which is a good sign for anyone looking to open or expand a practice,” the study said.
Dave Osborn is the regional features editor of the Naples Daily News and The News-Press. Contact him at dosborn@usatodayco.com and follow him on Instagram @lacrossewriter.
This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: What Florida city has the highest paid dentists in America