Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS
Dental Assistant Salary in Baton Rouge
The median dental assistant earns $44,800 a year in the Baton Rouge metro, with most between $36,760 and $46,280.
25th percentile
$36,760
Entry / lower range
Median
$44,800
The typical pay
75th percentile
$46,280
Experienced / upper range
Baton Rouge runs about 2% above the Louisiana median. Versus the national median, it's about 7% below average.
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Dental Assistant salary in Baton Rouge: FAQ
What is the average dental assistant salary in Baton Rouge?
The median dental assistant salary in the Baton Rouge area is about $44,800, with most earning between $36,760 and $46,280 (BLS OEWS, latest release).
Is Baton Rouge higher or lower than the rest of Louisiana?
Baton Rouge runs about 2% above the Louisiana state median for dental assistants.
How does Baton Rouge compare nationally?
Compared to the national median, dental assistant pay in Baton Rouge is about 7% below average.
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