PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Novi, MI
$21.00–$24.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
Dental Assistant jobs in Southfield, MI
The median dental assistant pay in the Southfield area is $22.75 per hour ($47,310 a year), with the typical range running from $18.65 to $23.42. That ranks 130th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 204th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 6 open roles with published pay are listed for Southfield and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Southfield and what they pay.
- $22.75median pay per hour, Detroit
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 6,270dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 6open roles with published pay in the metro area
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PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Allen Park, MI
$17.00–$19.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Brighton, MI
$21.00–$24.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions
Aspen Dental · Novi, MI
$20.00–$24.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Livonia, MI
$20.00–$22.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Royal Oak, MI
$17.50–$20.00/ hour
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Get my free pay reportDental Assistant pay in Southfield, MI
The metro median is 1% above the Michigan statewide median of $22.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 6,270 dental assistants employed in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area, 3.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.35).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.86 | $35,070 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.65 | $38,790 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.75 | $47,310 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.42 | $48,710 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.67 | $55,470 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Southfield ranks
- 130th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 204th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 14 Michigan 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 Southfield
- Overall prices in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.75 median hour buys what $22.68 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Southfield paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$819
- Per year: $40,950
- Per month: $3,412
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Oakland County
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Oakland County (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak, MI | 6 mi | $22.75/hr | 58,251 |
| Farmington Hills, MI | 6 mi | $22.75/hr | 84,173 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Michigan · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Michigan
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Michigan taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do dental assistants make in Southfield, MI?
Dental Assistants in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area have a median pay of $22.75 per hour, about $47,310 a year. The middle half earn between $18.65 and $23.42 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Southfield a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn ranks 204th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 130th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in Southfield?
We list 6 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Southfield.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Southfield as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Southfield in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Oakland 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 Southfield?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Southfield and across Michigan. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Southfield.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalMarquette, MI · 18 postings$21.00/ hr$17–$28
- Aspen DentalSt. Louis Park, MN · 5 postings$37.50/ hr$22–$42
- Smile BrandsFaribault, MN · 3 postings$28.50/ hr$25–$35
- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 8 postings$27.51/ hr$22–$32
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2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$21.00High$24
19 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Michigan, 9 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 19 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental Assistant - Entry levelPermanent$20.00–$22.00/ hour
- Dental AssistantPermanent$21.00–$25.00/ hour
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