Dental Assistants pay in Nevada
In Nevada, the median pay for dental assistants is $22.65 an hour ($47,110 a year). About 4,230 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($48,070). Nevada ranks 32nd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in Nevada
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.73 | $36,870 |
| 25% of workers | $18.16 | $37,760 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.65 | $47,110 |
| 75% of workers | $23.30 | $48,450 |
| 90% of workers | $27.26 | $56,700 |
Dental Assistants pay in Nevada metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Carson City | $48,590 | 100 |
| Reno | $48,400 | 790 |
| Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas | $46,890 | 3,080 |
Nevada unemployment rate: 4.8% (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 Nevada
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $45,200 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $49,620 |
| Dental Hygienists | $115,290 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $50,790 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $50,250 |
| Surgical Technologists | $75,480 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $37,660 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $31,970 |
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