Dental Assistants pay in Montana
In Montana, the median pay for dental assistants is $22.44 an hour ($46,680 a year). About 1,450 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($48,070). Montana ranks 35th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in Montana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.95 | $37,340 |
| 25% of workers | $21.07 | $43,820 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.44 | $46,680 |
| 75% of workers | $24.00 | $49,920 |
| 90% of workers | $27.84 | $57,900 |
Dental Assistants pay in Montana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bozeman | $49,160 | 190 |
| Billings | $47,550 | 330 |
| Helena | $46,870 | 130 |
| Missoula | $46,550 | 210 |
| Great Falls | $46,360 | 120 |
Montana 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 Montana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $46,820 |
| Dental Hygienists | $98,440 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $38,340 |
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