Dental Assistants pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for dental assistants is $23.92 an hour ($49,760 a year). About 6,270 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($48,070). It is 2% higher than the Arizona median ($49,000).
Pay range for dental assistants in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.43 | $40,420 |
| 25% of workers | $22.53 | $46,860 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.92 | $49,760 |
| 75% of workers | $28.18 | $58,620 |
| 90% of workers | $28.55 | $59,380 |
Dental Assistants pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $49,760 | 6,270 |
| Flagstaff | $48,900 | 150 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $47,520 | 300 |
| Tucson | $47,510 | 970 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $47,070 | 370 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $45,620 | 80 |
| Yuma | $45,350 | 130 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for dental assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +7.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 53,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $46,830 |
| Dental Hygienists | $102,520 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $46,390 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $59,060 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $47,890 |
| Surgical Technologists | $78,050 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $48,830 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $35,010 |
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