PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery
Aspen Dental · Nampa, ID
$24.00–$27.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
Dental Assistant jobs in Nampa, ID
Pay for dental assistants in the Nampa area centers on $21.33 per hour, or about $44,360 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.75 and the upper quarter over $26.08. That ranks 259th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 254th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Nampa. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Nampa.
- $21.33median pay per hour, Boise City
- $19–$26typical range per hour
- 1,020dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Nampa, ID
$20.00–$25.00/ hour
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The metro median is 12% above the Idaho statewide median of $18.97 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 1,020 dental assistants employed in the Boise City metro area, 2.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.09).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.40 | $38,270 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.75 | $39,000 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.33 | $44,360 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $26.08 | $54,250 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.30 | $58,860 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Nampa ranks
- 259th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 254th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 Idaho 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 Nampa
- Overall prices in Boise City run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.33 median hour buys what $21.68 buys at the national price level, 5% below 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 Nampa paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$768
- Per year: $38,394
- Per month: $3,199
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boise City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Canyon County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Canyon County (1 population-group, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell, ID | 6 mi | $21.33/hr | 73,088 |
| Meridian, ID | 8 mi | $21.33/hr | 139,740 |
| Twin Falls, ID | 127 mi | $18.17/hr | 55,589 |
| Pocatello, ID | 212 mi | $17.93/hr | 58,231 |
| Kennewick, WA | 221 mi | $23.17/hr | 86,728 |
| Pasco, WA | 224 mi | $23.17/hr | 81,724 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Idaho · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Idaho
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Idaho taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Nampa
Nampa city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do dental assistants make in Nampa, ID?
Dental Assistants in the Boise City metro area have a median pay of $21.33 per hour, about $44,360 a year. The middle half earn between $18.75 and $26.08 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Nampa a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Boise City ranks 254th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 259th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in Nampa?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Nampa. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Nampa.
Do I need a Idaho license to work in Nampa as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Nampa in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Canyon 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 Nampa?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Nampa and across Idaho. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Nampa.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalNampa, ID · 5 postings$20.00/ hr$17–$27
- PDS HealthBoise, ID · 2 postings$22.88/ hr$19–$27
- 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 Idaho list
2What they are offering now
Low$17Median$22.50High$27
7 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Idaho, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 7 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental Assistant - Entry LevelPermanent$17.00–$20.00/ hour
- Dental AssistantPermanent$19.25–$26.75/ hour
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