How much does a dental assistant make in Missouri?
$45,970a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in Missouri. That is $22.10 an hour or $3,831 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.10
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 6,760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,580Median: $45,970Highest 10%: $59,410
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,580 | $17.59 | |
| 25th | $38,990 | $18.75 | |
| Median | $45,970 | $22.10 | |
| 75th | $50,150 | $24.11 | |
| 90th | $59,410 | $28.56 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $48,190 |
| St. Louis, MO | $48,120 |
| Columbia, MO | $46,920 |
| Springfield, MO | $45,500 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $44,370 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $44,090 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $43,500 |
| Joplin, MO | $43,010 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dental assistants.
| 35. Montana | $46,680 |
| 36. Virginia | $46,670 |
| 37. Nebraska | $46,660 |
| 38. Missouri | $45,970 |
| 39. Idaho | $45,880 |
| 40. Oklahoma | $45,740 |
| 41. Texas | $45,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $22.10 ($45,970 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $45,970 against $48,070 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Missouri rank for dental assistant pay?
Missouri ranks 38 of 50 states.
Which city in Missouri pays dental assistants the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $48,190 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.