PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Dental Assistant
PDS Health · Nashville, TN
$17.50–$24.25/ hour
Dental Assistant jobs in Gallatin, TN
The median dental assistant pay in the Gallatin area is $22.24 per hour ($46,260 a year), with the typical range running from $20.87 to $27.55. That ranks 182nd of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 169th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 12 open roles with published pay are listed for Gallatin and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Gallatin.
- $22.24median pay per hour, Nashville
- $21–$28typical range per hour
- 2,370dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 12open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Dental Assistant roles near Gallatin
Roles in other cities of the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin area.
PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Dental Assistant (with RDA)
Smile Brands · Murfreesboro, TN
$18.00–$20.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 11 days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Murfreesboro, TN
$19.00–$22.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 11 days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Dickson, TN
$18.00–$22.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Dental Assistant (with RDA)
Smile Brands · Franklin, TN
$21.00–$23.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions
Aspen Dental · Smyrna, TN
$25.00–$28.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant - Expanded Functions
Aspen Dental · Murfreesboro, TN
$25.00–$27.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Smyrna, TN
$18.00–$25.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Nashville, TN
$19.00–$22.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Spring Hill, TN
$18.00–$22.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant (with RDA)
Smile Brands · Goodlettsville, TN
$18.00–$22.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant (with RDA)
Smile Brands · Nashville, TN
$19.00–$22.00/ hour
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Named employers near Gallatin, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 7 | $20.50 |
| Smile Brands | 4 | $20.25 |
| PDS Health | 1 | $20.88 |
Dental Assistant pay in Gallatin, TN
The metro median is in line with the Tennessee statewide median of $22.16 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 2,370 dental assistants employed in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area, 2.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.89).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.13 | $39,790 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.87 | $43,410 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.24 | $46,260 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.55 | $57,300 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.53 | $61,420 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Gallatin ranks
- 182nd of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 169th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 10 Tennessee 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 Gallatin
- Overall prices in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.24 median hour buys what $23.09 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Gallatin paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$801
- Per year: $40,032
- Per month: $3,336
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Sumner County
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Sumner County (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendersonville, TN | 9 mi | $22.24/hr | 63,947 |
| Lebanon, TN | 14 mi | $22.24/hr | 51,501 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 41 mi | $22.37/hr | 79,076 |
| Clarksville, TN | 50 mi | $22.19/hr | 185,690 |
| Owensboro, KY | 102 mi | $21.16/hr | 60,675 |
| Chattanooga, TN | 114 mi | $21.82/hr | 191,496 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Tennessee · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Tennessee
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Gallatin
Gallatin city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do dental assistants make in Gallatin, TN?
Dental Assistants in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area have a median pay of $22.24 per hour, about $46,260 a year. The middle half earn between $20.87 and $27.55 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Gallatin a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin ranks 169th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 182nd of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in Gallatin?
We list 12 open roles with published pay from 3 employers in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Gallatin.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Gallatin as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Gallatin in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Sumner 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 Gallatin?
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Your Dental Assistant pay reportGallatin, TN · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- PDS HealthNashville, TN · 3 postings$20.88/ hr$17–$24
- Aspen DentalKnoxville, TN · 22 postings$20.50/ hr$17–$29
- Smile BrandsHixson, TN · 5 postings$20.00/ hr$18–$23
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$20.50High$25
31 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Tennessee, 17 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 31 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental AssistantPermanent$20.00–$22.00/ hour
- Dental Assistant (with RDA)Permanent$18.00–$20.00/ hour
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