How much does a dental assistant make in Georgia?
$46,840a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in Georgia. That is $22.52 an hour or $3,903 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.52
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 10,540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,410Median: $46,840Highest 10%: $57,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,410 | $17.50 | |
| 25th | $40,270 | $19.36 | |
| Median | $46,840 | $22.52 | |
| 75th | $48,960 | $23.54 | |
| 90th | $57,710 | $27.75 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $47,210 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $46,360 |
| Rome, GA | $45,870 |
| Gainesville, GA | $45,850 |
| Savannah, GA | $45,710 |
| Hinesville, GA | $44,150 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $44,030 |
| Athens, GA | $43,970 |
| Macon, GA | $43,920 |
| Brunswick, GA | $43,820 |
| Augusta, GA | $43,790 |
| Valdosta, GA | $43,380 |
| Albany, GA | $42,820 |
| Columbus, GA | $42,050 |
| Dalton, GA | $37,530 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dental assistants.
| 30. Wisconsin | $47,520 |
| 31. South Carolina | $47,320 |
| 32. Nevada | $47,110 |
| 33. Georgia | $46,840 |
| 34. Tennessee | $46,720 |
| 35. Montana | $46,680 |
| 36. Virginia | $46,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $22.52 ($46,840 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $46,840 against $48,070 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Georgia rank for dental assistant pay?
Georgia ranks 33 of 50 states.
Which city in Georgia pays dental assistants the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $47,210 a year.
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.