Dental Assistants Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $48,190 +1.9% vs national
Median hourly $23.17
10th percentile $41,430
90th percentile $57,280
Employed locally 370
National median $47,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,430
    25th
    $46,790
    50th (median)
    $48,190
    75th
    $51,000
    90th
    $57,280

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,440
    Nursing Assistants $41,990
    Medical Assistants $43,950
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $35,840
    Physical Therapist Assistants $60,100
    Massage Therapists $48,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dental Assistants make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Dental Assistants in South Central Wisconsin is $23.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.34 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Dental Assistants salaries?

    The median Dental Assistants salary in South Central Wisconsin is 1.9% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Dental Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $41,430 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,790.