Dental Assistant jobs in Casper, WY
Dental Assistants in the Casper area earn a median of $22.66 per hour, about $47,130 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.76 and $23.96. That ranks 134th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 100th of 339 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Casper and what they pay.
- $22.66median pay per hour, Casper
- $18–$24typical range per hour
- 120dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Assistant pay in Casper, WY
The metro median is 10% above the Wyoming statewide median of $20.56 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 120 dental assistants employed in the Casper metro area, 2.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.19).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.79 | $28,680 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.76 | $36,940 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.66 | $47,130 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.96 | $49,840 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.18 | $56,530 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Casper ranks
- 134th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 100th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
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 Casper
- Overall prices in Casper run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 74.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.66 median hour buys what $24.15 buys at the national price level, 6% 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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- Per year: $40,788
- Per month: $3,399
- Wyoming has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Casper metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Natrona County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Natrona County (1 geographic, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne, WY | 142 mi | $21.47/hr | 65,704 |
| Fort Collins, CO | 171 mi | — | 170,924 |
| Rapid City, SD | 177 mi | $22.60/hr | 79,894 |
| Loveland, CO | 180 mi | — | 81,102 |
| Longmont, CO | 195 mi | — | 99,818 |
| Boulder, CO | 202 mi | — | 106,803 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Wyoming · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wyoming
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wyoming requires for your role with the Wyoming licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Wyoming 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.
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Common questions
How much do dental assistants make in Casper, WY?
Dental Assistants in the Casper metro area have a median pay of $22.66 per hour, about $47,130 a year. The middle half earn between $17.76 and $23.96 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Casper a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Casper ranks 100th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 134th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Wyoming license to work in Casper as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wyoming requires for your role with the Wyoming licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Casper in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Natrona 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 Casper?
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- Aspen DentalSt. Louis Park, MN · 5 postings$37.50/ hr$22–$42
- Smile BrandsFaribault, MN · 3 postings$28.50/ hr$25–$35
- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 8 postings$27.51/ hr$22–$32
- Aspen DentalBismarck, ND · 3 postings$27.50/ hr$25–$35
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