PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Smile Brands · La Crosse, WI
$29.00–$35.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
Dental Assistant jobs in La Crosse, WI
Pay for dental assistants in the La Crosse area centers on $23.13 per hour, or about $48,110 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.45 and the upper quarter over $27.33. That ranks 90th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 55th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for La Crosse. Tell us your role and we email current openings near La Crosse.
- $23.13median pay per hour, La Crosse
- $22–$27typical range per hour
- 230dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Smile Brands · La Crosse, WI
$23.00–$30.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
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The metro median is in line with the Wisconsin statewide median of $23.08 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 230 dental assistants employed in the La Crosse-Onalaska metro area, 2.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.13).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.05 | $39,620 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.45 | $46,700 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.13 | $48,110 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.33 | $56,850 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.79 | $59,880 | 27% above U.S. median |
How La Crosse ranks
- 90th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 55th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 12 Wisconsin 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 La Crosse
- Overall prices in La Crosse-Onalaska run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 31% below the U.S. average (index 69.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.13 median hour buys what $25.20 buys at the national price level, 11% 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 La Crosse paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$833
- Per year: $41,634
- Per month: $3,470
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the La Crosse-Onalaska metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in La Crosse County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include La Crosse County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MN | 64 mi | $30.29/hr | 123,624 |
| Eau Claire, WI | 70 mi | $22.47/hr | 72,331 |
| Dubuque, IA | 95 mi | $22.80/hr | 58,987 |
| Madison, WI | 103 mi | $23.30/hr | 285,300 |
| Waterloo, IA | 108 mi | $22.50/hr | 67,477 |
| Woodbury, MN | 112 mi | $31.42/hr | 80,596 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Wisconsin · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wisconsin
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 La Crosse, WI?
Dental Assistants in the La Crosse-Onalaska metro area have a median pay of $23.13 per hour, about $48,110 a year. The middle half earn between $22.45 and $27.33 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is La Crosse a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
La Crosse-Onalaska ranks 55th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 90th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in La Crosse?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in La Crosse. Your free report adds named employers and pay near La Crosse.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in La Crosse as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is La Crosse in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include La Crosse 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 La Crosse?
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Your Dental Assistant pay reportLa Crosse, WI · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Smile BrandsLa Crosse, WI · 9 postings$22.50/ hr$18–$35
- Dental Care AllianceGreendale, WI · 4 postings$23.00/ hr$19–$28
- Aspen DentalMadison, WI · 11 postings$21.50/ hr$18–$31
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$19Median$22.00High$25
24 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Wisconsin, 12 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 24 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental AssistantPermanent$23.00–$25.00/ hour
- Dental AssistantPermanent$21.00–$23.00/ hour
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