Dental Office Manager jobs in Redding, CA
Pay for dental office managers in the Redding area centers on $59.79 per hour, or about $124,370 a year. The lower quarter earns under $40.83 and the upper quarter over $79.31. That ranks 76th of 377 U.S. metro areas for dental office manager pay, and 80th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Redding and what they pay.
- $59.79median pay per hour, Redding
- $41–$79typical range per hour
- 330dental office managers employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Office Manager pay in Redding, CA
The metro median is 9% below the California statewide median of $65.62 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 330 medical and health services managers employed in the Redding metro area, 4.7 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% | $28.70 | $59,700 | 49% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.83 | $84,930 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Median | $59.79 | $124,370 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $79.31 | $164,960 | 40% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 103% above U.S. median |
How Redding ranks
- 76th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 80th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 18th of 22 California metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for dental office manager. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Medical and Health Services Managers.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical and Health Services Managers (SOC 11-9111), all industries. Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Redding
- Overall prices in Redding run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $59.79 median hour buys what $59.38 buys at the national price level, 5% 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: $107,622
- Per month: $8,968
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Redding metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Shasta County
HRSA lists 16 active dental health shortage designations that include Shasta County (2 geographic, 4 population-group, 10 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 Office Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chico, CA | 63 mi | $67.04/hr | 102,911 |
| Yuba City, CA | 107 mi | $59.94/hr | 69,148 |
| Medford, OR | 125 mi | $66.58/hr | 86,301 |
| Lincoln, CA | 130 mi | $71.99/hr | 56,268 |
| Woodland, CA | 135 mi | $71.99/hr | 62,983 |
| Rocklin, CA | 136 mi | $71.99/hr | 75,129 |
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License and tax basics in California
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do dental office managers make in Redding, CA?
Dental Office Managers in the Redding metro area have a median pay of $59.79 per hour, about $124,370 a year. The middle half earn between $40.83 and $79.31 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Redding a good place for dental office managers once cost of living is counted?
Redding ranks 80th of 333 metro areas for dental office manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 76th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a California license to work in Redding as a dental office manager?
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Redding in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 16 active dental health shortage designations that include Shasta County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
Does Valorem Health place dental office managers in Redding?
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- Aspen DentalBend, OR · 3 postings$32.45/ hr$23–$34
- Aspen DentalSt. Charles, MO · 3 postings$30.05/ hr$19–$31
- Aspen DentalCharlotte, NC · 9 postings$27.64/ hr$19–$31
- Smile BrandsHouston, TX · 4 postings$27.52/ hr$24–$31
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