Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS
Dental Assistant Salary in Jackson
The median dental assistant earns $46,910 a year in the Jackson metro, with most between $37,510 and $48,330.
25th percentile
$37,510
Entry / lower range
Median
$46,910
The typical pay
75th percentile
$48,330
Experienced / upper range
Jackson runs about 20% above the Mississippi median. Versus the national median, it's about 2% below average.
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Dental Assistant salary in Jackson: FAQ
What is the average dental assistant salary in Jackson?
The median dental assistant salary in the Jackson area is about $46,910, with most earning between $37,510 and $48,330 (BLS OEWS, latest release).
Is Jackson higher or lower than the rest of Mississippi?
Jackson runs about 20% above the Mississippi state median for dental assistants.
How does Jackson compare nationally?
Compared to the national median, dental assistant pay in Jackson is about 2% below average.
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