Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS

Dental Assistant Salary in Memphis

The median dental assistant earns $48,200 a year in the Memphis metro, with most between $40,650 and $59,010.

25th percentile

$40,650

Entry / lower range

Median

$48,200

The typical pay

75th percentile

$59,010

Experienced / upper range

Memphis runs about 3% above the Tennessee median. Versus the national median, it's about 0% in line with average.

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Dental Assistant salary in Memphis: FAQ

What is the average dental assistant salary in Memphis?

The median dental assistant salary in the Memphis area is about $48,200, with most earning between $40,650 and $59,010 (BLS OEWS, latest release).

Is Memphis higher or lower than the rest of Tennessee?

Memphis runs about 3% above the Tennessee state median for dental assistants.

How does Memphis compare nationally?

Compared to the national median, dental assistant pay in Memphis is about 0% in line with average.