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Dental Assistant
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Dental Assistant jobs in Bozeman, MT
Pay for dental assistants in the Bozeman area centers on $23.16 per hour, or about $48,170 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.58 and the upper quarter over $23.70. That ranks 88th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 208th of 339 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Bozeman and what they pay.
- $23.16median pay per hour, Bozeman
- $23–$24typical range per hour
- 180dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Assistant pay in Bozeman, MT
The metro median is 5% above the Montana statewide median of $22.03 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 180 dental assistants employed in the Bozeman metro area, 2.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.33 | $38,130 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.58 | $46,970 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.16 | $48,170 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.70 | $49,300 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.13 | $60,590 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Bozeman ranks
- 88th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 208th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 Montana 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 Bozeman
- Overall prices in Bozeman run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 39% above the U.S. average (index 139.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.16 median hour buys what $22.59 buys at the national price level, 1% below 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$834
- Per year: $41,688
- Per month: $3,474
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Dental Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billings, MT | 121 mi | $22.26/hr | 121,483 |
| Great Falls, MT | 126 mi | $20.97/hr | 60,013 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 159 mi | $18.06/hr | 69,523 |
| Missoula, MT | 164 mi | $22.25/hr | 78,204 |
| Pocatello, ID | 206 mi | $17.93/hr | 58,231 |
| Boise City, ID | 292 mi | $21.33/hr | 237,963 |
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License and tax basics in Montana
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana 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 Bozeman, MT?
Dental Assistants in the Bozeman metro area have a median pay of $23.16 per hour, about $48,170 a year. The middle half earn between $22.58 and $23.70 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bozeman a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Bozeman ranks 208th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 88th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a Montana license to work in Bozeman as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- 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
- Aspen DentalBismarck, ND · 3 postings$27.50/ hr$25–$35
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