Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator jobs in Lake Charles, LA
Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinators in the Lake Charles area earn a median of $15.53 per hour, about $32,300 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $15.01 and $17.79. That ranks 373rd of 379 U.S. metro areas for dental front office & treatment coordinator pay, and 334th of 336 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Lake Charles and what they pay.
- $15.53median pay per hour, Lake Charles
- $15–$18typical range per hour
- 200employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator pay in Lake Charles, LA
The metro median is 10% below the Louisiana statewide median of $17.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.46 per hour. BLS counts about 200 medical secretaries and administrative assistants employed in the Lake Charles metro area, 2.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.36).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $11.26 | $23,420 | 48% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $15.01 | $31,220 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $15.53 | $32,300 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $17.79 | $37,000 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $21.50 | $44,720 | in line with U.S. median |
How Lake Charles ranks
- 373rd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 334th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 8 Louisiana 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 Lake Charles
- Overall prices in Lake Charles run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% below the U.S. average (index 51.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $15.53 median hour buys what $18.09 buys at the national price level, 16% 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: $27,954
- Per month: $2,329
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lake Charles metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Calcasieu Parish
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Calcasieu Parish (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Arthur, TX | 46 mi | $17.93/hr | 55,799 |
| Beaumont, TX | 56 mi | $17.93/hr | 112,893 |
| Baytown, TX | 109 mi | $20.96/hr | 86,004 |
| Texas City, TX | 114 mi | $20.96/hr | 57,875 |
| Pasadena, TX | 122 mi | $20.96/hr | 149,617 |
| League City, TX | 124 mi | $20.96/hr | 118,456 |
Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator jobs in Louisiana · Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinator jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Louisiana
Customer service or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do dental front office & treatment coordinators make in Lake Charles, LA?
Dental Front Office & Treatment Coordinators in the Lake Charles metro area have a median pay of $15.53 per hour, about $32,300 a year. The middle half earn between $15.01 and $17.79 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lake Charles a good place for dental front office & treatment coordinators once cost of living is counted?
Lake Charles ranks 334th of 336 metro areas for dental front office & treatment coordinator pay after adjusting for local prices, and 373rd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in Lake Charles as a dental front office & treatment coordinator?
Customer service or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lake Charles in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Calcasieu Parish. 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 Lake Charles?
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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
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