Dental Assistants pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for dental assistants is $22.52 an hour ($46,840 a year). About 10,540 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($48,070). Georgia ranks 33rd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.51 | $36,410 |
| 25% of workers | $19.36 | $40,270 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.52 | $46,840 |
| 75% of workers | $23.54 | $48,960 |
| 90% of workers | $27.75 | $57,710 |
Dental Assistants pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $47,210 | 6,700 |
| Rome | $45,870 | 110 |
| Gainesville | $45,850 | 220 |
| Savannah | $45,710 | 380 |
| Hinesville | $44,150 | 70 |
| Warner Robins | $44,030 | 180 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $43,970 | 160 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $43,920 | 200 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $43,820 | 140 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $43,790 | 670 |
| Valdosta | $43,380 | 120 |
| Albany | $42,820 | 110 |
| Columbus | $42,050 | 260 |
| Dalton | $37,530 | 180 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $41,600 |
| Dental Hygienists | $95,490 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $49,310 |
| Surgical Technologists | $64,010 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $39,150 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $43,060 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $46,750 |
| Dental Laboratory Technicians | $49,310 |
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