How much does a dental assistant make in Rapid City?
$47,850a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in the Rapid City, SD metro area. That is $23.00 an hour or $3,988 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.00
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 151 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,970Median: $47,850Highest 10%: $59,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,970 | $18.25 | |
| 25th | $46,270 | $22.25 | |
| Median | $47,850 | $23.00 | |
| 75th | $56,530 | $27.18 | |
| 90th | $59,030 | $28.38 |
Other cities in South Dakota
Median yearly pay for dental assistants.
| Sioux Falls, SD | $48,890 |
| Sioux City, IA | $48,590 |
Related jobs in Rapid City
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $52,970 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,460 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $44,200 |
| Medical Assistant | $40,690 |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,500 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $36,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Rapid City?
The median hourly pay in the Rapid City, SD metro area is $23.00 ($47,850 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Rapid City than the national average?
Yes: $47,850 against $48,070 nationally, 0% more.
How does Rapid City compare with the rest of South Dakota?
The median in South Dakota is $47,900, so Rapid City pays 0% more.
Where does Rapid City rank for dental assistant pay?
151 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does a dental assistant make starting out in Rapid City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,970 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,030 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.