Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS
Dental Assistant Salary in Raleigh-Cary
The median dental assistant earns $58,750 a year in the Raleigh-Cary metro, with most between $50,580 and $60,680.
25th percentile
$50,580
Entry / lower range
Median
$58,750
The typical pay
75th percentile
$60,680
Experienced / upper range
Raleigh-Cary runs about 17% above the North Carolina median. Versus the national median, it's about 22% above average.
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Dental Assistant salary in Raleigh-Cary: FAQ
What is the average dental assistant salary in Raleigh-Cary?
The median dental assistant salary in the Raleigh-Cary area is about $58,750, with most earning between $50,580 and $60,680 (BLS OEWS, latest release).
Is Raleigh-Cary higher or lower than the rest of North Carolina?
Raleigh-Cary runs about 17% above the North Carolina state median for dental assistants.
How does Raleigh-Cary compare nationally?
Compared to the national median, dental assistant pay in Raleigh-Cary is about 22% above average.
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