Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator jobs in Montgomery, AL
Pay for dental front office & treatment coordinators in the Montgomery area centers on $17.61 per hour, or about $36,620 a year. The lower quarter earns under $14.69 and the upper quarter over $18.93. That ranks 326th of 379 U.S. metro areas for dental front office & treatment coordinator pay, and 277th of 336 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Montgomery.
- $17.61median pay per hour, Montgomery
- $15–$19typical range per hour
- 1,050employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator pay in Montgomery, AL
The metro median is 1% above the Alabama statewide median of $17.46 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.46 per hour. BLS counts about 1,050 medical secretaries and administrative assistants employed in the Montgomery metro area, 6.4 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% | $13.34 | $27,750 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $14.69 | $30,560 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.61 | $36,620 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $18.93 | $39,370 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.73 | $47,280 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Montgomery ranks
- 326th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 277th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Alabama metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for dental front office & treatment coordinator. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants (SOC 43-6013), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Montgomery
- Overall prices in Montgomery run 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 36% below the U.S. average (index 64.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.61 median hour buys what $19.64 buys at the national price level, 8% 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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- Per year: $31,698
- Per month: $2,642
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Montgomery metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Montgomery County
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Montgomery 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 Front Office & Treatment Coordinator pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn, AL | 48 mi | $17.27/hr | 83,757 |
| Columbus, GA | 82 mi | $17.97/hr | 201,830 |
| Birmingham, AL | 87 mi | $18.41/hr | 196,357 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 95 mi | $17.00/hr | 114,288 |
| South Fulton, GA | 132 mi | $22.03/hr | 112,003 |
| Albany, GA | 134 mi | $18.04/hr | 66,705 |
Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator jobs in Alabama · Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Alabama
Customer service or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do dental front office & treatment coordinators make in Montgomery, AL?
Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinators in the Montgomery metro area have a median pay of $17.61 per hour, about $36,620 a year. The middle half earn between $14.69 and $18.93 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Montgomery a good place for dental front office & treatment coordinators once cost of living is counted?
Montgomery ranks 277th of 336 metro areas for dental front office & treatment coordinator pay after adjusting for local prices, and 326th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Montgomery as a dental front office & treatment coordinator?
Customer service or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Montgomery in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Montgomery County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
Does Valorem Health place dental front office & treatment coordinators in Montgomery?
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- Smile BrandsLawndale, CA · 8 postings$22.50/ hr$18–$27
- Smile BrandsPuyallup, WA · 3 postings$22.00/ hr$19–$25
- Smile BrandsGreen Bay, WI · 6 postings$20.75/ hr$18–$25
- Smile BrandsCleveland, OH · 5 postings$20.00/ hr$18–$26
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