PermanentPosted 30 days ago
Dental Assistant
PDS Health · Tucson, AZ
$16.25–$23.00/ hour
Dental Assistant jobs in Tucson, AZ
Dental Assistants in the Tucson area earn a median of $22.44 per hour, about $46,670 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.03 and $24.43. That ranks 160th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 165th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Tucson. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Tucson.
- $22.44median pay per hour, Tucson
- $19–$24typical range per hour
- 900dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
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Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Tucson, AZ
$20.00–$22.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant in Training
PDS Health · Tucson, AZ
$15.00–$21.00/ hour
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1 more open role from employers in Tucson. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Tucson, AZ
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| PDS Health | 2 | $18.81 |
| Aspen Dental | 1 | $21 |
Dental Assistant pay in Tucson, AZ
The metro median is 5% below the Arizona statewide median of $23.56 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 900 dental assistants employed in the Tucson metro area, 2.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.95).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.70 | $36,820 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.03 | $39,580 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.44 | $46,670 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.43 | $50,810 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.55 | $59,380 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Tucson ranks
- 160th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 165th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 6 Arizona metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Dental Assistants (SOC 31-9091), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Tucson
- Overall prices in Tucson run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.44 median hour buys what $23.16 buys at the national price level, 2% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Tucson paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$808
- Per year: $40,392
- Per month: $3,366
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tucson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Pima County
HRSA lists 27 active dental health shortage designations that include Pima County (3 geographic, 9 population-group, 15 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 25 on a 0 to 26 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for dentists, hygienists and dental assistants is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Dental Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marana, AZ | 27 mi | $23.81/hr | 62,380 |
| Casa Grande, AZ | 74 mi | $23.81/hr | 68,927 |
| Queen Creek, AZ | 87 mi | $23.81/hr | 83,781 |
| Maricopa, AZ | 90 mi | $23.81/hr | 76,654 |
| Gilbert, AZ | 95 mi | $23.81/hr | 288,790 |
| Chandler, AZ | 97 mi | $23.81/hr | 281,231 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Arizona · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do dental assistants make in Tucson, AZ?
Dental Assistants in the Tucson metro area have a median pay of $22.44 per hour, about $46,670 a year. The middle half earn between $19.03 and $24.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tucson a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Tucson ranks 165th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 160th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in Tucson?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in Tucson. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Tucson.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Tucson as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Tucson in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 27 active dental health shortage designations that include Pima County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
Does Valorem Health place dental assistants in Tucson?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Tucson and across Arizona. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Tucson.
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Your Dental Assistant pay reportTop-paying employers shown · your Arizona list by name comes with the full report
1Pay for your role at other employers
- PDS HealthChandler, AZ · 11 postings$21.88/ hr$15–$32
- Aspen DentalGoodyear, AZ · 11 postings$20.50/ hr$18–$26
- Aspen DentalSt. Louis Park, MN · 5 postings$37.50/ hr$22–$42
- Smile BrandsFaribault, MN · 3 postings$28.50/ hr$25–$35
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Arizona list
2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$21.62High$26
22 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Arizona, 12 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 22 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental AssistantPermanent$18.25–$25.50/ hour
- Dental AssistantPermanent$18.25–$25.50/ hour
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