Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dental Assistant Salary in Lake Charles

The median dental assistant earns $40,200 a year in the Lake Charles metro, with most between $35,020 and $48,850.

25th percentile

$35,020

Entry / lower range

Median

$40,200

The typical pay

75th percentile

$48,850

Experienced / upper range

Lake Charles runs about 9% below the Louisiana median. Versus the national median, it's about 16% below average.

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Dental Assistant salary in Lake Charles: FAQ

What is the average dental assistant salary in Lake Charles?

The median dental assistant salary in the Lake Charles area is about $40,200, with most earning between $35,020 and $48,850 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Lake Charles higher or lower than the rest of Louisiana?

Lake Charles runs about 9% below the Louisiana state median for dental assistants.

How does Lake Charles compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dental assistant pay in Lake Charles is about 16% below average.