How much does a dental assistant make in Idaho?
$45,880a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in Idaho. That is $22.06 an hour or $3,823 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.06
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,680
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,430Median: $45,880Highest 10%: $59,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,430 | $18.00 | |
| 25th | $39,800 | $19.13 | |
| Median | $45,880 | $22.06 | |
| 75th | $57,690 | $27.74 | |
| 90th | $59,740 | $28.72 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | $47,710 |
| Lewiston, ID | $47,360 |
| Boise City, ID | $47,250 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | $45,110 |
| Pocatello, ID | $44,620 |
| Twin Falls, ID | $44,610 |
| Logan, UT | $35,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dental assistants.
| 36. Virginia | $46,670 |
| 37. Nebraska | $46,660 |
| 38. Missouri | $45,970 |
| 39. Idaho | $45,880 |
| 40. Oklahoma | $45,740 |
| 41. Texas | $45,430 |
| 42. Wyoming | $44,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $22.06 ($45,880 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Idaho than the national average?
No: $45,880 against $48,070 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Idaho rank for dental assistant pay?
Idaho ranks 39 of 50 states.
Which city in Idaho pays dental assistants the most?
Coeur d'Alene, ID, with a median of $47,710 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.