How much does a dental assistant make in Iowa?
$48,430a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in Iowa. That is $23.28 an hour or $4,036 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.28
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,360Median: $48,430Highest 10%: $59,580
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,360 | $18.92 | |
| 25th | $45,990 | $22.11 | |
| Median | $48,430 | $23.28 | |
| 75th | $57,620 | $27.70 | |
| 90th | $59,580 | $28.64 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Des Moines, IA | $50,020 |
| Iowa City, IA | $49,230 |
| Ames, IA | $49,140 |
| Sioux City, IA | $48,590 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $48,310 |
| Omaha, NE | $48,020 |
| Waterloo, IA | $47,970 |
| Dubuque, IA | $47,850 |
| Davenport, IA | $47,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dental assistants.
| 18. Indiana | $48,670 |
| 19. Maryland | $48,620 |
| 20. Illinois | $48,610 |
| 21. Iowa | $48,430 |
| 22. Colorado | $48,340 |
| 23. New York | $48,110 |
| 24. Ohio | $47,970 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $23.28 ($48,430 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $48,430 against $48,070 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Iowa rank for dental assistant pay?
Iowa ranks 21 of 50 states.
Which city in Iowa pays dental assistants the most?
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA, with a median of $50,020 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.