How much does a dental assistant make in Oklahoma?
$45,740a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in Oklahoma. That is $21.99 an hour or $3,812 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.99
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 4,550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,030Median: $45,740Highest 10%: $58,430
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,030 | $17.32 | |
| 25th | $37,210 | $17.89 | |
| Median | $45,740 | $21.99 | |
| 75th | $47,990 | $23.07 | |
| 90th | $58,430 | $28.09 |
Cities in Oklahoma
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Tulsa, OK | $46,510 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | $46,250 |
| Lawton, OK | $43,430 |
| Enid, OK | $37,320 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $37,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dental assistants.
| 37. Nebraska | $46,660 |
| 38. Missouri | $45,970 |
| 39. Idaho | $45,880 |
| 40. Oklahoma | $45,740 |
| 41. Texas | $45,430 |
| 42. Wyoming | $44,990 |
| 43. Hawaii | $44,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Oklahoma?
The median hourly pay in Oklahoma is $21.99 ($45,740 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Oklahoma than the national average?
No: $45,740 against $48,070 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Oklahoma rank for dental assistant pay?
Oklahoma ranks 40 of 50 states.
Which city in Oklahoma pays dental assistants the most?
Tulsa, OK, with a median of $46,510 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.