Dental Assistants pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for dental assistants is $18.83 an hour ($39,160 a year). About 3,080 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($48,070). Mississippi ranks 47th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.74 | $30,650 |
| 25% of workers | $17.42 | $36,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.83 | $39,160 |
| 75% of workers | $22.81 | $47,450 |
| 90% of workers | $28.18 | $58,620 |
Dental Assistants pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | $46,910 | 790 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $45,020 | 450 |
| Hattiesburg | $38,190 | 260 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Mississippi
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $35,360 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $39,010 |
| Dental Hygienists | $67,280 |
| Surgical Technologists | $49,810 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $36,220 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $36,380 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $34,900 |
| Phlebotomists | $36,290 |
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