PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Omaha, NE
$17.00–$20.00/ hour
Dental Assistant jobs in Council Bluffs, IA
The median dental assistant pay in the Council Bluffs area is $23.18 per hour ($48,220 a year), with the typical range running from $21.88 to $23.89. That ranks 85th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 52nd of 339 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Council Bluffs and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Council Bluffs and what they pay.
- $23.18median pay per hour, Omaha
- $22–$24typical range per hour
- 1,140dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay in the metro area
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PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Omaha, NE
$22.00–$25.00/ hour
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The metro median is 1% above the Iowa statewide median of $22.99 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 1,140 dental assistants employed in the Omaha metro area, 2.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.96).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.69 | $38,880 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.88 | $45,510 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.18 | $48,220 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.89 | $49,690 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.02 | $60,360 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Council Bluffs ranks
- 85th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 52nd of 339 after adjusting for local prices
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 Council Bluffs
- Overall prices in Omaha run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.18 median hour buys what $25.22 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 Council Bluffs paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$834
- Per year: $41,724
- Per month: $3,477
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Omaha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Pottawattamie County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Pottawattamie County (2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 8 mi | $23.18/hr | 64,777 |
| Omaha, NE | 11 mi | $23.18/hr | 489,265 |
| Lincoln, NE | 52 mi | $22.68/hr | 300,619 |
| Sioux City, IA | 91 mi | $22.64/hr | 86,875 |
| West Des Moines, IA | 110 mi | $23.41/hr | 73,664 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 116 mi | $21.01/hr | 71,098 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Iowa · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
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State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa 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 Council Bluffs, IA?
Dental Assistants in the Omaha metro area have a median pay of $23.18 per hour, about $48,220 a year. The middle half earn between $21.88 and $23.89 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Council Bluffs a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Omaha ranks 52nd of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 85th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in Council Bluffs?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Omaha area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Council Bluffs.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in Council Bluffs as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Council Bluffs in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Pottawattamie 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 Council Bluffs?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalAnkeny, IA · 9 postings$21.00/ hr$17–$24
- Healthy Smiles Family Dentistry, P.C.Muscatine, IA · 1 wage offer$18.57/ hr$19–$19
- 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$18Median$21.00High$23
10 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Iowa, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental Assistant - Expanded FunctionsPermanent$20.00–$23.00/ hour
- Dental AssistantPermanent$20.00–$24.00/ hour
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