PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Dental Assistant - Prosthodontist
ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers · Fort Mill, SC
$22.00–$25.00/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Dental Assistant jobs in Gastonia, NC
The median dental assistant pay in the Gastonia area is $23.62 per hour ($49,140 a year), with the typical range running from $22.68 to $27.76. That ranks 62nd of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 92nd of 339 once local prices are factored in. 10 open roles with published pay are listed for Gastonia and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Gastonia and what they pay.
- $23.62median pay per hour, Charlotte
- $23–$28typical range per hour
- 3,440dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 10open roles with published pay in the metro area
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Lincolnton, NC
$18.00–$21.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Experienced Dental Assistant
PDS Health · Charlotte, NC
$17.50–$24.25/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery
Aspen Dental · Monroe, NC
$20.00–$24.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 25 days ago
Dental Assistant - Endodontist
Aspen Dental · Statesville, NC
$21.00–$25.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant - Endodontist
Aspen Dental · Charlotte, NC
$20.00–$24.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Rock Hill, SC
$18.00–$21.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Concord, NC
$18.00–$20.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Charlotte, NC
$16.00–$18.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
PDS Health · Charlotte, NC
$17.25–$24.00/ hour
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Get my free pay reportWho is hiring dental assistants near Gastonia
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 7 | $19.50 |
| PDS Health | 2 | $20.75 |
| ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers | 1 | $23.50 |
Dental Assistant pay in Gastonia, NC
The metro median is 1% above the North Carolina statewide median of $23.42 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 3,440 dental assistants employed in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia 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% | $18.29 | $38,040 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.68 | $47,170 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $23.62 | $49,140 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.76 | $57,740 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.79 | $59,880 | 27% above U.S. median |
How Gastonia ranks
- 62nd of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 92nd of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 13 North Carolina 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 Gastonia
- Overall prices in Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.62 median hour buys what $24.26 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 Gastonia paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$850
- Per year: $42,516
- Per month: $3,543
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Gaston County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Gaston County (1 population-group, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | 20 mi | $23.62/hr | 943,476 |
| Huntersville, NC | 21 mi | $23.62/hr | 67,087 |
| Greenville, SC | 72 mi | $23.12/hr | 74,371 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | 79 mi | $22.81/hr | 255,769 |
| Asheville, NC | 80 mi | $23.98/hr | 94,992 |
| High Point, NC | 84 mi | $24.76/hr | 118,601 |
Dental Assistant jobs in North Carolina · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in North Carolina
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina 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 Gastonia, NC?
Dental Assistants in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro area have a median pay of $23.62 per hour, about $49,140 a year. The middle half earn between $22.68 and $27.76 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gastonia a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia ranks 92nd of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 62nd of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in Gastonia?
We list 10 open roles with published pay from 3 employers in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Gastonia.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Gastonia as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Gastonia in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Gaston 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 Gastonia?
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Your Dental Assistant pay reportGastonia, NC · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Military Treatment Facilities under DHASeymour Johnson AFB, NC · 2 postings$23.52/ hr$20–$27
- PDS HealthCharlotte, NC · 2 postings$20.75/ hr$17–$24
- Aspen DentalFuquay Varina, NC · 25 postings$20.00/ hr$15–$30
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$20.75High$25
30 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in North Carolina, 16 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 30 Dental Assistant roles
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