How much does a dental assistant make in Jacksonville?
$47,970a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in the Jacksonville, NC metro area. That is $23.06 an hour or $3,998 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.06
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 146 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,250Median: $47,970Highest 10%: $54,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,250 | $16.95 | |
| 25th | $46,170 | $22.20 | |
| Median | $47,970 | $23.06 | |
| 75th | $50,230 | $24.15 | |
| 90th | $54,260 | $26.09 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for dental assistants.
| Raleigh, NC | $58,750 |
| Asheville, NC | $56,680 |
| Durham, NC | $51,670 |
| Wilmington, NC | $51,110 |
| Burlington, NC | $50,140 |
| Charlotte, NC | $50,060 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $50,060 |
| Greensboro, NC | $49,800 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $49,520 |
| Greenville, NC | $49,420 |
| Hickory, NC | $48,720 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | $48,490 |
| Goldsboro, NC | $48,210 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $46,670 |
Related jobs in Jacksonville
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Support Worker | $56,620 |
| Phlebotomist | $37,840 |
| Medical Assistant | $37,420 |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,880 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $35,010 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $31,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Jacksonville?
The median hourly pay in the Jacksonville, NC metro area is $23.06 ($47,970 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Jacksonville than the national average?
Yes: $47,970 against $48,070 nationally, 0% more.
How does Jacksonville compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $50,380, so Jacksonville pays 5% less.
Where does Jacksonville rank for dental assistant pay?
146 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does a dental assistant make starting out in Jacksonville?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,250 or less a year; the top 10% make $54,260 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.