PermanentPosted 5 days ago
Part-time Dental Assistant
Benevis · Jackson, MS
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Dental Assistant jobs in Jackson, MS
The median dental assistant pay in the Jackson area is $22.45 per hour ($46,700 a year), with the typical range running from $17.32 to $23.06. That ranks 158th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 54th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Jackson.
- $22.45median pay per hour, Jackson
- $17–$23typical range per hour
- 700dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Dental Assistant roles in Jackson
1 more open role from employers in Jackson. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Dental Assistant pay in Jackson, MS
The metro median is 26% above the Mississippi statewide median of $17.85 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 700 dental assistants employed in the Jackson metro area, 2.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.00 | $27,040 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.32 | $36,030 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.45 | $46,700 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.06 | $47,960 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.15 | $60,630 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Jackson ranks
- 158th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 54th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Mississippi 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.
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- Overall prices in Jackson run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 64.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.45 median hour buys what $25.21 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 Jackson paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$808
- Per year: $40,410
- Per month: $3,368
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jackson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Dental Assistant roles in Mississippi
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Olive Branch, MS
$16.00–$18.00/ hour
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Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Columbus, MS
$17.00–$19.00/ hour
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Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery
Aspen Dental · Hattiesburg, MS
$23.00–$28.00/ hour
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Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery
Aspen Dental · Pascagoula, MS
$23.00–$25.00/ hour
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Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery
Aspen Dental · Tupelo, MS
$18.00–$25.00/ hour
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Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Pascagoula, MS
$15.00–$18.00/ hour
Dental health shortage areas in Hinds County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hinds County (1 population-group, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MS | 147 mi | $18.35/hr | 74,621 |
| New Orleans, LA | 157 mi | $19.32/hr | 362,701 |
| Kenner, LA | 159 mi | $19.32/hr | 64,650 |
| Mobile, AL | 168 mi | $17.44/hr | 201,367 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 168 mi | $17.65/hr | 114,288 |
| Southaven, MS | 183 mi | $22.39/hr | 57,493 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Mississippi · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Mississippi
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi 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 Jackson, MS?
Dental Assistants in the Jackson metro area have a median pay of $22.45 per hour, about $46,700 a year. The middle half earn between $17.32 and $23.06 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jackson a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Jackson ranks 54th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 158th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Jackson as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Jackson in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hinds 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 Jackson?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalPascagoula, MS · 7 postings$18.00/ hr$15–$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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7 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Mississippi, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Dental Assistant - Entry LevelPermanent$16.00–$18.00/ hour
- Dental AssistantPermanent$17.00–$19.00/ hour
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