Dental Assistants Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,240 -4.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.75
10th percentile $38,280
90th percentile $59,700
Employed locally 550
National median $47,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,280
    25th
    $44,510
    50th (median)
    $45,240
    75th
    $51,000
    90th
    $59,700

    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 Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$32,030
    Nursing Assistants$41,250
    Medical Assistants$46,590
    Phlebotomists$44,520
    Physical Therapist Assistants$60,740
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$34,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dental Assistants make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Dental Assistants in Northeastern Wisconsin is $21.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.35 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Dental Assistants salaries?

    The median Dental Assistants salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 4.4% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Dental Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $38,280 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,510.