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.
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