Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS
Dental Assistant Salary in Auburn-Opelika
The median dental assistant earns $38,550 a year in the Auburn-Opelika metro, with most between $35,970 and $46,850.
25th percentile
$35,970
Entry / lower range
Median
$38,550
The typical pay
75th percentile
$46,850
Experienced / upper range
Auburn-Opelika runs about 1% in line with the Alabama median. Versus the national median, it's about 20% below average.
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Dental Assistant salary in Auburn-Opelika: FAQ
What is the average dental assistant salary in Auburn-Opelika?
The median dental assistant salary in the Auburn-Opelika area is about $38,550, with most earning between $35,970 and $46,850 (BLS OEWS, latest release).
Is Auburn-Opelika higher or lower than the rest of Alabama?
Auburn-Opelika runs about 1% in line with the Alabama state median for dental assistants.
How does Auburn-Opelika compare nationally?
Compared to the national median, dental assistant pay in Auburn-Opelika is about 20% below average.
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