PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Dental Assistant (Clinical Expanded Function)
Veterans Health Administration · Evansville, IN
$56k–$73k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
Dental Assistant jobs in Bloomington, IN
The median dental assistant pay in the Bloomington area is $22.91 per hour ($47,650 a year), with the typical range running from $22.21 to $24.67. That ranks 113th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 107th of 339 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Bloomington and what they pay.
- $22.91median pay per hour, Bloomington
- $22–$25typical range per hour
- 110dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Assistant pay in Bloomington, IN
The metro median is 1% below the Indiana statewide median of $23.07 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 110 dental assistants employed in the Bloomington metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.63).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.68 | $36,770 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.21 | $46,200 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.91 | $47,650 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.67 | $51,310 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.52 | $59,320 | 25% above U.S. median |
How Bloomington ranks
- 113th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 107th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 12 Indiana 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 Bloomington
- Overall prices in Bloomington run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.91 median hour buys what $24.09 buys at the national price level, 6% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$825
- Per year: $41,238
- Per month: $3,436
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bloomington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Dental Assistant - Part Time
Aspen Dental · Noblesville, IN
$20.00–$24.00/ hour
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Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Vincennes, IN
$17.00–$19.00/ hour
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Dental Assistant
Dental Care Alliance · Granger, IN
$16.00–$25.00/ hour
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Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Terre Haute, IN
$16.00–$18.00/ hour
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Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions
Aspen Dental · Indianapolis, IN
$28.00–$30.00/ hour
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Dental health shortage areas in Monroe County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Monroe County (1 population-group, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, IN | 33 mi | $22.12/hr | 51,970 |
| Greenwood, IN | 38 mi | $23.54/hr | 68,175 |
| Indianapolis, IN | 47 mi | $23.54/hr | 891,484 |
| Terre Haute, IN | 50 mi | $21.76/hr | 58,531 |
| Carmel, IN | 59 mi | $23.54/hr | 103,606 |
| Fishers, IN | 63 mi | $23.54/hr | 103,986 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Indiana · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Bloomington, IN?
Dental Assistants in the Bloomington metro area have a median pay of $22.91 per hour, about $47,650 a year. The middle half earn between $22.21 and $24.67 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bloomington a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Bloomington ranks 107th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 113th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Bloomington as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Bloomington in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Monroe 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 Bloomington?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Dental Care AllianceGranger, IN · 2 postings$21.25/ hr$16–$25
- Aspen DentalIndianapolis, IN · 21 postings$20.50/ hr$15–$30
- 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$16Median$21.00High$26
25 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Indiana, 8 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 25 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental Assistant (Clinical Expanded Function)Permanent$56k–$73k/ year
- Dental Assistant - Part TimePermanent$20.00–$24.00/ hour
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