Dental Assistants pay in Nebraska
In Nebraska, the median pay for dental assistants is $22.43 an hour ($46,660 a year). About 2,520 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($48,070). Nebraska ranks 37th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in Nebraska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.18 | $37,810 |
| 25% of workers | $20.96 | $43,590 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.43 | $46,660 |
| 75% of workers | $23.74 | $49,370 |
| 90% of workers | $27.61 | $57,430 |
Dental Assistants pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | $48,440 | 580 |
| Omaha | $48,020 | 1,150 |
| Grand Island | $46,910 | 100 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (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 Nebraska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $47,370 |
| Dental Hygienists | $92,580 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $46,140 |
| Surgical Technologists | $63,880 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $43,680 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $28,080 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $45,210 |
| Phlebotomists | $39,540 |
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