PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Pocatello, ID
$17.00–$20.00/ hour
Dental Assistant jobs in Pocatello, ID
Pay for dental assistants in the Pocatello area centers on $17.93 per hour, or about $37,300 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.14 and the upper quarter over $21.39. That ranks 337th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 289th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Pocatello. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Pocatello.
- $17.93median pay per hour, Pocatello
- $17–$21typical range per hour
- 180dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 5% below the Idaho statewide median of $18.97 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 180 dental assistants employed in the Pocatello metro area, 4.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.33 | $29,810 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.14 | $35,650 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.93 | $37,300 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.39 | $44,490 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.96 | $56,080 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Pocatello ranks
- 337th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 289th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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 Pocatello
- Overall prices in Pocatello run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 66.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.93 median hour buys what $20.17 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 Pocatello paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$645
- Per year: $32,274
- Per month: $2,690
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Pocatello metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Bannock County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Bannock County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls, ID | 48 mi | $18.06/hr | 69,523 |
| Logan, UT | 84 mi | $17.52/hr | 56,770 |
| Twin Falls, ID | 104 mi | $18.17/hr | 55,589 |
| Ogden, UT | 116 mi | $18.38/hr | 88,656 |
| Layton, UT | 127 mi | $18.38/hr | 84,348 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 147 mi | $18.45/hr | 217,783 |
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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.
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Common questions
How much do dental assistants make in Pocatello, ID?
Dental Assistants in the Pocatello metro area have a median pay of $17.93 per hour, about $37,300 a year. The middle half earn between $17.14 and $21.39 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Pocatello a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Pocatello ranks 289th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 337th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in Pocatello?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Pocatello. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Pocatello.
Do I need a Idaho license to work in Pocatello 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 Pocatello in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Bannock 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 Pocatello?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- PDS HealthBoise, ID · 2 postings$22.88/ hr$19–$27
- Aspen DentalNampa, ID · 5 postings$20.00/ hr$17–$27
- Aspen DentalSt. Louis Park, MN · 5 postings$37.50/ hr$22–$42
- Smile BrandsFaribault, MN · 3 postings$28.50/ hr$25–$35
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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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