Dental Assistants pay in Idaho
In Idaho, the median pay for dental assistants is $22.06 an hour ($45,880 a year). About 2,680 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($48,070). Idaho ranks 39th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in Idaho
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.00 | $37,430 |
| 25% of workers | $19.14 | $39,800 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.06 | $45,880 |
| 75% of workers | $27.74 | $57,690 |
| 90% of workers | $28.72 | $59,740 |
Dental Assistants pay in Idaho metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Coeur d'Alene | $47,710 | 310 |
| Lewiston | $47,360 | 100 |
| Boise City | $47,250 | 1,000 |
| Idaho Falls | $45,110 | 360 |
| Pocatello | $44,620 | 160 |
| Twin Falls | $44,610 | 200 |
Idaho unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 Idaho
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $44,700 |
| Dental Hygienists | $94,650 |
| Surgical Technologists | $72,550 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $42,120 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,220 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $28,660 |
| Phlebotomists | $43,400 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $37,530 |
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