Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator jobs in Lenexa, KS
The median dental front office & treatment coordinator pay in the Lenexa area is $21.21 per hour ($44,120 a year), with the typical range running from $18.56 to $23.16. That ranks 124th of 379 U.S. metro areas for dental front office & treatment coordinator pay, and 56th of 336 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Lenexa and what they pay.
- $21.21median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 4,840employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator pay in Lenexa, KS
The metro median is 12% above the Kansas statewide median of $19.01 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.46 per hour. BLS counts about 4,840 medical secretaries and administrative assistants employed in the Kansas City metro area, 4.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.82).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.19 | $35,760 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.56 | $38,600 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.21 | $44,120 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.16 | $48,170 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.04 | $56,240 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Lenexa ranks
- 124th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 56th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
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 Lenexa
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.21 median hour buys what $22.92 buys at the national price level, 7% 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: $38,178
- Per month: $3,182
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Johnson County
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Johnson County (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 Front Office & Treatment Coordinator pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawnee, KS | 4 mi | $21.21/hr | 69,724 |
| Olathe, KS | 6 mi | $21.21/hr | 149,035 |
| Lawrence, KS | 25 mi | $19.65/hr | 97,271 |
| Topeka, KS | 48 mi | $22.74/hr | 125,467 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 55 mi | $18.97/hr | 71,098 |
| Manhattan, KS | 98 mi | $17.69/hr | 54,700 |
Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator jobs in Kansas · Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kansas
Customer service or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kansas 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 Lenexa, KS?
Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinators in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $21.21 per hour, about $44,120 a year. The middle half earn between $18.56 and $23.16 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lenexa a good place for dental front office & treatment coordinators once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 56th of 336 metro areas for dental front office & treatment coordinator pay after adjusting for local prices, and 124th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Lenexa as a dental front office & treatment coordinator?
Customer service or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lenexa in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Johnson 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 Lenexa?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Lenexa and across Kansas. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Lenexa.
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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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