Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dental Assistant Salary in Wilmington

The median dental assistant earns $51,110 a year in the Wilmington metro, with most between $47,120 and $57,690.

25th percentile

$47,120

Entry / lower range

Median

$51,110

The typical pay

75th percentile

$57,690

Experienced / upper range

Wilmington runs about 1% in line with the North Carolina median. Versus the national median, it's about 6% above average.

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Dental Assistant salary in Wilmington: FAQ

What is the average dental assistant salary in Wilmington?

The median dental assistant salary in the Wilmington area is about $51,110, with most earning between $47,120 and $57,690 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Wilmington higher or lower than the rest of North Carolina?

Wilmington runs about 1% in line with the North Carolina state median for dental assistants.

How does Wilmington compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dental assistant pay in Wilmington is about 6% above average.