Dental Assistants pay in St. Louis
In St. Louis (MO), the median pay for dental assistants is $23.13 an hour ($48,120 a year). About 2,990 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($48,070). It is 5% higher than the Missouri median ($45,970).
Pay range for dental assistants in St. Louis (MO)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.16 | $37,780 |
| 25% of workers | $21.21 | $44,110 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.13 | $48,120 |
| 75% of workers | $28.00 | $58,240 |
| 90% of workers | $29.10 | $60,530 |
Dental Assistants pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $48,190 | 2,470 |
| St. Louis (this page) | $48,120 | 2,990 |
| Columbia | $46,920 | 220 |
| Springfield | $45,500 | 850 |
| Cape Girardeau | $44,370 | 150 |
| Jefferson City | $44,090 | 150 |
| St. Joseph | $43,500 | 140 |
| Joplin | $43,010 | 210 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 St. Louis (MO)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $44,710 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,570 |
| Dental Hygienists | $97,650 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $44,860 |
| Massage Therapists | $59,020 |
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