Dental Assistants Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,520 +8.9% vs national
Median hourly $24.77
10th percentile $38,490
90th percentile $74,920
Employed locally 350
National median $47,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,490
    25th
    $45,340
    50th (median)
    $51,520
    75th
    $61,250
    90th
    $74,920

    Top-paying metros for Dental Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $65,360
    Minnesota $64,630
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $64,600
    Rochester, MN $62,990
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $62,700
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $62,620

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $42,940
    Nursing Assistants $48,510
    Medical Assistants $54,270
    Massage Therapists $135,630
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $65,950
    Phlebotomists $55,510

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dental Assistants make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Dental Assistants in Alaska is $24.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.66 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Dental Assistants salaries?

    The median Dental Assistants salary in Alaska is 8.9% above the national median of $47,300. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Dental Assistants in Alaska?

    Entry-level Dental Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $38,490 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,340.