Dental Assistants pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for dental assistants is $20.59 an hour ($42,830 a year). About 2,950 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($48,070). Arkansas ranks 46th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.85 | $35,060 |
| 25% of workers | $17.69 | $36,790 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.59 | $42,830 |
| 75% of workers | $22.47 | $46,730 |
| 90% of workers | $23.24 | $48,330 |
Dental Assistants pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $47,050 | 680 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $45,140 | 920 |
| Hot Springs | $37,440 | 100 |
| Fort Smith | $37,160 | 220 |
| Jonesboro | $36,720 | 170 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (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 Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $37,760 |
| Dental Hygienists | $86,760 |
| Surgical Technologists | $57,400 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $42,820 |
| Dental Laboratory Technicians | $49,960 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $38,040 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $37,340 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $34,570 |
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