How much does a dental assistant make in Mississippi?
$39,160a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in Mississippi. That is $18.83 an hour or $3,263 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.83
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,080
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,650Median: $39,160Highest 10%: $58,620
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,650 | $14.74 | |
| 25th | $36,240 | $17.42 | |
| Median | $39,160 | $18.83 | |
| 75th | $47,450 | $22.81 | |
| 90th | $58,620 | $28.18 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $48,200 |
| Jackson, MS | $46,910 |
| Gulfport, MS | $45,020 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $38,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dental assistants.
| 44. New Mexico | $44,400 |
| 45. Louisiana | $44,090 |
| 46. Arkansas | $42,830 |
| 47. Mississippi | $39,160 |
| 48. Alabama | $39,080 |
| 49. West Virginia | $37,960 |
| 50. Utah | $37,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $18.83 ($39,160 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $39,160 against $48,070 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for dental assistant pay?
Mississippi ranks 47 of 50 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays dental assistants the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $48,200 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.