PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Alton, IL
$17.00–$19.00/ hour
Dental Assistant jobs in O'Fallon, MO
The median dental assistant pay in the O'Fallon area is $22.70 per hour ($47,220 a year), with the typical range running from $18.78 to $26.06. That ranks 132nd of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 128th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 8 open roles with published pay are listed for O'Fallon and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near O'Fallon.
- $22.70median pay per hour, St. Louis
- $19–$26typical range per hour
- 3,400dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 8open roles with published pay in the metro area
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Dental Assistant in Training
PDS Health · St. Charles, MO
$15.75–$22.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery
Aspen Dental · Bridgeton, MO
$28.00–$31.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
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Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery
Aspen Dental · St. Charles, MO
$28.00–$31.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · St. Charles, MO
$19.00–$21.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Bridgeton, MO
$19.00–$21.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Festus, MO
$17.00–$20.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Smile Brands · Saint Louis, MO
$20.00–$24.00/ hour
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 6 | $20 |
| PDS Health | 1 | $18.88 |
| Smile Brands | 1 | $22 |
Dental Assistant pay in O'Fallon, MO
The metro median is 4% above the Missouri statewide median of $21.74 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 3,400 dental assistants employed in the St. Louis metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.04).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.67 | $36,750 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.78 | $39,060 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.70 | $47,220 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $26.06 | $54,200 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.10 | $58,450 | 24% above U.S. median |
How O'Fallon ranks
- 132nd of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 128th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 8 Missouri 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 O'Fallon
- Overall prices in St. Louis run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.70 median hour buys what $23.87 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 O'Fallon paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$817
- Per year: $40,860
- Per month: $3,405
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Louis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in St. Charles County
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include St. Charles County (1 geographic). The highest-scoring one rates 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Peters, MO | 6 mi | $22.70/hr | 61,398 |
| St. Charles, MO | 11 mi | $22.70/hr | 72,458 |
| Columbia, MO | 87 mi | $21.56/hr | 130,900 |
| Springfield, IL | 90 mi | $21.53/hr | 112,949 |
| Decatur, IL | 121 mi | $21.31/hr | 68,763 |
| Peoria, IL | 148 mi | $21.02/hr | 111,696 |
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License and tax basics in Missouri
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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 O'Fallon, MO?
Dental Assistants in the St. Louis metro area have a median pay of $22.70 per hour, about $47,220 a year. The middle half earn between $18.78 and $26.06 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is O'Fallon a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
St. Louis ranks 128th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 132nd of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in O'Fallon?
We list 8 open roles with published pay from 3 employers in the St. Louis area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near O'Fallon.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in O'Fallon as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is O'Fallon in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include St. Charles 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 O'Fallon?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalColumbia, MO · 12 postings$20.75/ hr$17–$31
- PDS HealthSt. Charles, MO · 3 postings$18.88/ hr$16–$24
- 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$17Median$20.88High$25
17 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Missouri, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 17 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental Assistant in TrainingPermanent$15.75–$22.00/ hour
- Dental AssistantPermanent$21.00–$24.00/ hour
+ 15 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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