PermanentPosted 25 days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Bowling Green, OH
$17.00–$25.00/ hour
Dental Assistant jobs in Toledo, OH
The median dental assistant pay in the Toledo area is $22.15 per hour ($46,080 a year), with the typical range running from $18.24 to $26.73. That ranks 196th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 95th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Toledo and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Toledo.
- $22.15median pay per hour, Toledo
- $18–$27typical range per hour
- 690dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 3% below the Ohio statewide median of $22.76 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 690 dental assistants employed in the Toledo metro area, 2.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.30 | $35,980 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.24 | $37,940 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.15 | $46,080 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $26.73 | $55,600 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.50 | $73,840 | 56% above U.S. median |
How Toledo ranks
- 196th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 95th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 12 Ohio 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 Toledo
- Overall prices in Toledo run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 33% below the U.S. average (index 67.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.15 median hour buys what $24.22 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 Toledo paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$797
- Per year: $39,870
- Per month: $3,322
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Toledo metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Lucas County
HRSA lists 5 active dental health shortage designations that include Lucas County (1 population-group, 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor, MI | 42 mi | $22.75/hr | 61,544 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | 43 mi | $24.20/hr | 122,925 |
| Westland, MI | 46 mi | $22.75/hr | 82,745 |
| Dearborn, MI | 49 mi | $22.75/hr | 106,377 |
| Dearborn Heights, MI | 49 mi | $22.75/hr | 61,040 |
| Livonia, MI | 52 mi | $22.75/hr | 93,113 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Ohio · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Ohio
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Ohio taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Toledo city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do dental assistants make in Toledo, OH?
Dental Assistants in the Toledo metro area have a median pay of $22.15 per hour, about $46,080 a year. The middle half earn between $18.24 and $26.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Toledo a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Toledo ranks 95th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 196th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in Toledo?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Toledo area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Toledo.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Toledo as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Toledo in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active dental health shortage designations that include Lucas 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 Toledo?
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Your Dental Assistant pay reportToledo, OH · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- ClearChoice Dental Implant CentersDublin, OH · 2 postings$24.00/ hr$20–$27
- Ohio State Wexner Medical CenterOhio · 2 postings$23.48/ hr$20–$27
- Smile BrandsWesterville, OH · 6 postings$22.50/ hr$18–$25
- PDS HealthSharonville, OH · 4 postings$20.62/ hr$17–$24
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$16Median$19.50High$25
57 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Ohio, 15 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 57 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental AssistantPermanent$17.50–$24.25/ hour
- Dental AssistantPermanent$20.43–$26.54/ hour
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