How much does a dental assistant make in Carson City?
$48,590a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in the Carson City, NV metro area. That is $23.36 an hour or $4,049 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.36
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 112 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,970Median: $48,590Highest 10%: $63,250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,970 | $18.25 | |
| 25th | $46,800 | $22.50 | |
| Median | $48,590 | $23.36 | |
| 75th | $54,660 | $26.28 | |
| 90th | $63,250 | $30.41 |
Other cities in Nevada
Median yearly pay for dental assistants.
| Reno, NV | $48,400 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $46,890 |
Related jobs in Carson City
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Support Worker | $49,690 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,880 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,800 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $35,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Carson City?
The median hourly pay in the Carson City, NV metro area is $23.36 ($48,590 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Carson City than the national average?
Yes: $48,590 against $48,070 nationally, 1% more.
How does Carson City compare with the rest of Nevada?
The median in Nevada is $47,110, so Carson City pays 3% more.
Where does Carson City rank for dental assistant pay?
112 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does a dental assistant make starting out in Carson City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,970 or less a year; the top 10% make $63,250 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.