Dental Assistants Salary in East-Central Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,990 -7% vs national
Median hourly $21.15
10th percentile $32,930
90th percentile $58,080
Employed locally 140
National median $47,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,930
    25th
    $37,400
    50th (median)
    $43,990
    75th
    $52,580
    90th
    $58,080

    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 East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $38,130
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $32,780
    Medical Assistants $42,180
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $35,670
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $47,490
    Physical Therapist Assistants $63,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dental Assistants make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Dental Assistants in East-Central Montana is $21.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.49 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Dental Assistants salaries?

    The median Dental Assistants salary in East-Central Montana is 7% below 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 East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Dental Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $32,930 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,400.