Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS
Dental Assistant Salary in New Orleans-Metairie
The median dental assistant earns $45,920 a year in the New Orleans-Metairie metro, with most between $37,610 and $47,960.
25th percentile
$37,610
Entry / lower range
Median
$45,920
The typical pay
75th percentile
$47,960
Experienced / upper range
New Orleans-Metairie runs about 4% above the Louisiana median. Versus the national median, it's about 4% below average.
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Dental Assistant salary in New Orleans-Metairie: FAQ
What is the average dental assistant salary in New Orleans-Metairie?
The median dental assistant salary in the New Orleans-Metairie area is about $45,920, with most earning between $37,610 and $47,960 (BLS OEWS, latest release).
Is New Orleans-Metairie higher or lower than the rest of Louisiana?
New Orleans-Metairie runs about 4% above the Louisiana state median for dental assistants.
How does New Orleans-Metairie compare nationally?
Compared to the national median, dental assistant pay in New Orleans-Metairie is about 4% below average.
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