Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS
Dental Assistant Salary in Knoxville
The median dental assistant earns $46,790 a year in the Knoxville metro, with most between $45,220 and $59,710.
25th percentile
$45,220
Entry / lower range
Median
$46,790
The typical pay
75th percentile
$59,710
Experienced / upper range
Knoxville runs about 0% in line with the Tennessee median. Versus the national median, it's about 3% below average.
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Dental Assistant salary in Knoxville: FAQ
What is the average dental assistant salary in Knoxville?
The median dental assistant salary in the Knoxville area is about $46,790, with most earning between $45,220 and $59,710 (BLS OEWS, latest release).
Is Knoxville higher or lower than the rest of Tennessee?
Knoxville runs about 0% in line with the Tennessee state median for dental assistants.
How does Knoxville compare nationally?
Compared to the national median, dental assistant pay in Knoxville is about 3% below average.
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