How much does a dental assistant make in Springfield?
$45,500a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $21.88 an hour or $3,792 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.88
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among cities
- 275 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,270Median: $45,500Highest 10%: $50,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,270 | $16.96 | |
| 25th | $36,720 | $17.65 | |
| Median | $45,500 | $21.88 | |
| 75th | $47,790 | $22.98 | |
| 90th | $50,110 | $24.09 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for dental assistants.
| Kansas City, MO | $48,190 |
| St. Louis, MO | $48,120 |
| Columbia, MO | $46,920 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $44,370 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $44,090 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $43,500 |
| Joplin, MO | $43,010 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $66,150 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $61,420 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $61,360 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $43,030 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $38,130 |
| Medical Assistant | $37,870 |
| Nursing Assistant | $36,180 |
| Phlebotomist | $35,950 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $34,720 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $34,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $21.88 ($45,500 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $45,500 against $48,070 nationally, 5% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $45,970, so Springfield pays 1% less.
Where does Springfield rank for dental assistant pay?
275 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does a dental assistant make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,270 or less a year; the top 10% make $50,110 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.