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Veterans Health Administration · White City, OR
$32k–$59k/ year
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Dental Assistant jobs in Medford, OR
Pay for dental assistants in the Medford area centers on $26.19 per hour, or about $54,480 a year. The lower quarter earns under $23.45 and the upper quarter over $27.11. That ranks 30th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 36th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Medford.
- $26.19median pay per hour, Medford
- $23–$27typical range per hour
- 290dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Assistant pay in Medford, OR
The metro median is 6% below the Oregon statewide median of $27.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 290 dental assistants employed in the Medford metro area, 3.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.36).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.04 | $47,920 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.45 | $48,780 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Median | $26.19 | $54,480 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.11 | $56,390 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.47 | $59,220 | 25% above U.S. median |
How Medford ranks
- 30th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 36th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 7 Oregon 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 Medford
- Overall prices in Medford run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.19 median hour buys what $25.82 buys at the national price level, 14% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$943
- Per year: $47,142
- Per month: $3,928
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Medford metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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PDS Health · Hillsboro, OR
$21.00–$29.25/ hour
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$19.75–$27.75/ hour
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Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions (Part-Time)
Aspen Dental · Grants Pass, OR
$23.00–$27.00/ hour
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Aspen Dental · Grants Pass, OR
$23.00–$27.00/ hour
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Aspen Dental · Grants Pass, OR
$21.00–$24.00/ hour
Dental health shortage areas in Jackson County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Jackson County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, OR | 119 mi | $26.61/hr | 61,182 |
| Eugene, OR | 120 mi | $26.61/hr | 178,786 |
| Redding, CA | 125 mi | $22.54/hr | 93,502 |
| Bend, OR | 142 mi | $27.54/hr | 106,926 |
| Corvallis, OR | 156 mi | $25.10/hr | 61,993 |
| Albany, OR | 159 mi | $25.10/hr | 57,156 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Oregon · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oregon
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon 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 Medford, OR?
Dental Assistants in the Medford metro area have a median pay of $26.19 per hour, about $54,480 a year. The middle half earn between $23.45 and $27.11 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Medford a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Medford ranks 36th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 30th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a Oregon license to work in Medford as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Medford in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Jackson 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 Medford?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalGrants Pass, OR · 7 postings$25.00/ hr$18–$31
- PDS HealthHillsboro, OR · 4 postings$23.75/ hr$19–$29
- 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$18Median$23.75High$30
13 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Oregon, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 13 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental AssistantPermanent$32k–$59k/ year
- Dental AssistantPermanent$21.00–$29.25/ hour
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