Dental Assistants pay in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, the median pay for dental assistants is $21.99 an hour ($45,740 a year). About 4,550 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($48,070). Oklahoma ranks 40th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in Oklahoma
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.32 | $36,030 |
| 25% of workers | $17.89 | $37,210 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.99 | $45,740 |
| 75% of workers | $23.07 | $47,990 |
| 90% of workers | $28.09 | $58,430 |
Dental Assistants pay in Oklahoma metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | $46,510 | 1,440 |
| Oklahoma City | $46,250 | 1,820 |
| Lawton | $43,430 | 120 |
| Enid | $37,320 | 70 |
Oklahoma unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Oklahoma
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $38,750 |
| Dental Hygienists | $97,580 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $45,330 |
| Surgical Technologists | $61,190 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $39,100 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $37,920 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $49,940 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $34,850 |
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