PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions
Aspen Dental · Fort Wayne, IN
$20.00–$24.00/ hour
Dental Assistant jobs in Fort Wayne, IN
Pay for dental assistants in the Fort Wayne area centers on $22.60 per hour, or about $47,010 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.18 and the upper quarter over $26.55. That ranks 139th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 83rd of 339 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Fort Wayne. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Fort Wayne.
- $22.60median pay per hour, Fort Wayne
- $22–$27typical range per hour
- 630dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
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PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Fort Wayne, IN
$16.00–$22.00/ hour
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The metro median is 2% below the Indiana statewide median of $23.07 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 630 dental assistants employed in the Fort Wayne metro area, 2.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.81 | $37,040 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.18 | $46,130 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.60 | $47,010 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $26.55 | $55,220 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.62 | $59,530 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Fort Wayne ranks
- 139th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 83rd of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th 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 Fort Wayne
- Overall prices in Fort Wayne run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 72.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.60 median hour buys what $24.41 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 Fort Wayne paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$814
- Per year: $40,680
- Per month: $3,390
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Fort Wayne metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Allen County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Allen County (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhart, IN | 60 mi | $24.77/hr | 53,690 |
| Muncie, IN | 63 mi | $22.76/hr | 65,320 |
| Mishawaka, IN | 67 mi | $23.45/hr | 51,020 |
| Kokomo, IN | 67 mi | $23.55/hr | 60,093 |
| South Bend, IN | 71 mi | $23.45/hr | 103,713 |
| Anderson, IN | 75 mi | $23.54/hr | 55,851 |
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 Fort Wayne, IN?
Dental Assistants in the Fort Wayne metro area have a median pay of $22.60 per hour, about $47,010 a year. The middle half earn between $22.18 and $26.55 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Fort Wayne a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Fort Wayne ranks 83rd of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 139th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in Fort Wayne?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Fort Wayne. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Fort Wayne.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Fort Wayne 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 Fort Wayne in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Allen 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 Fort Wayne?
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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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