PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Wausau, WI
$22.00–$25.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
Dental Assistant jobs in Wausau, WI
Dental Assistants in the Wausau area earn a median of $22.94 per hour, about $47,710 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $21.57 and $27.25. That ranks 112th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 70th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Wausau. The free report below lists employers near Wausau and what they pay.
- $22.94median pay per hour, Wausau
- $22–$27typical range per hour
- 220dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
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Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Wausau, WI
$21.00–$24.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Smile Brands · Wausau, WI
$19.00–$23.00/ hour
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 2 | $23 |
| Smile Brands | 1 | $21 |
Dental Assistant pay in Wausau, WI
The metro median is 1% below the Wisconsin statewide median of $23.08 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 220 dental assistants employed in the Wausau metro area, 3.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.28).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.85 | $39,210 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.57 | $44,870 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.94 | $47,710 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.25 | $56,680 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.37 | $59,010 | 25% above U.S. median |
How Wausau ranks
- 112th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 70th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th 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 Wausau
- Overall prices in Wausau run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.94 median hour buys what $24.76 buys at the national price level, 9% 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 Wausau paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$826
- Per year: $41,292
- Per month: $3,441
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Wausau metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Marathon County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Marathon County (3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton, WI | 78 mi | $23.10/hr | 75,344 |
| Oshkosh, WI | 84 mi | $22.34/hr | 67,242 |
| Green Bay, WI | 87 mi | $22.94/hr | 106,311 |
| Eau Claire, WI | 91 mi | $22.47/hr | 72,331 |
| La Crosse, WI | 111 mi | $23.13/hr | 51,049 |
| Madison, WI | 130 mi | $23.30/hr | 285,300 |
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 Wausau, WI?
Dental Assistants in the Wausau metro area have a median pay of $22.94 per hour, about $47,710 a year. The middle half earn between $21.57 and $27.25 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wausau a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Wausau ranks 70th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 112th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in Wausau?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in Wausau. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Wausau.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Wausau 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 Wausau in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Marathon 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 Wausau?
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Your Dental Assistant pay reportWausau, WI · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Dental Care AllianceGreendale, WI · 4 postings$23.00/ hr$19–$28
- Smile BrandsLa Crosse, WI · 9 postings$22.50/ hr$18–$35
- 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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