PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Taylorsville, UT
$18.00–$21.00/ hour
Dental Assistant jobs in St. George, UT
The median dental assistant pay in the St. George area is $17.59 per hour ($36,580 a year), with the typical range running from $17.09 to $21.19. That ranks 353rd of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 336th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near St. George.
- $17.59median pay per hour, St. George
- $17–$21typical range per hour
- 410dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Assistant pay in St. George, UT
The metro median is 2% below the Utah statewide median of $17.94 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 410 dental assistants employed in the St. George metro area, 4.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.93).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.33 | $29,810 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.09 | $35,550 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.59 | $36,580 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.19 | $44,080 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.13 | $46,030 | 3% below U.S. median |
How St. George ranks
- 353rd of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 336th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 5 Utah 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 St. George
- Overall prices in St. George 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 98.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.59 median hour buys what $18.07 buys at the national price level, 21% 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$633
- Per year: $31,662
- Per month: $2,638
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. George metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Dental Assistant roles in Utah
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Dental Assistant
PDS Health · Salt Lake City, UT
$19.00–$26.50/ hour
Top 25% pay
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Dental Assistant
PDS Health · West Jordan, UT
$19.00–$26.50/ hour
Top 25% pay
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Dental Assistant - Oral Surgery
Aspen Dental · West Valley City, UT
$20.00–$23.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
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Dental Assistant - Endodontist (Part-Time)
Aspen Dental · Taylorsville, UT
$18.00–$24.00/ hour
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Dental Assistant (Part-Time)
Aspen Dental · American Fork, UT
$17.00–$20.00/ hour
Dental health shortage areas in Washington County
HRSA lists 6 active dental health shortage designations that include Washington County (1 population-group, 5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Las Vegas, NV | 100 mi | $22.47/hr | 294,034 |
| Henderson, NV | 109 mi | $22.47/hr | 350,039 |
| Las Vegas, NV | 110 mi | $22.47/hr | 678,922 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 170 mi | $22.35/hr | 77,539 |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 183 mi | $21.95/hr | 59,037 |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 185 mi | $22.24/hr | 51,440 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Utah · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Utah
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah 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 St. George, UT?
Dental Assistants in the St. George metro area have a median pay of $17.59 per hour, about $36,580 a year. The middle half earn between $17.09 and $21.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. George a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
St. George ranks 336th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 353rd of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Utah license to work in St. George as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is St. George in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active dental health shortage designations that include Washington 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 St. George?
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Your Dental Assistant pay reportSt. George, UT · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- PDS HealthWest Jordan, UT · 2 postings$22.75/ hr$19–$26
- Aspen DentalTaylorsville, UT · 4 postings$20.25/ hr$17–$24
- Smile BrandsWest Valley, UT · 3 postings$19.00/ hr$17–$20
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$19.50High$25
9 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Utah, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 9 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental AssistantPermanent$18.00–$21.00/ hour
- Dental AssistantPermanent$19.00–$26.50/ hour
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