Dental Office Manager jobs in Sioux City, IA
Dental Office Managers in the Sioux City area earn a median of $47.46 per hour, about $98,720 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $39.08 and $58.49. That ranks 309th of 377 U.S. metro areas for dental office manager pay, and 160th of 333 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Sioux City.
- $47.46median pay per hour, Sioux City
- $39–$58typical range per hour
- 280dental office managers employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Office Manager pay in Sioux City, IA
The metro median is 2% below the Iowa statewide median of $48.44 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 280 medical and health services managers employed in the Sioux City metro area, 3.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.45 | $71,660 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.08 | $81,290 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.46 | $98,720 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $58.49 | $121,660 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $83.57 | $173,830 | 47% above U.S. median |
How Sioux City ranks
- 309th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 160th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 8 Iowa 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. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Sioux City
- Overall prices in Sioux City run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 57.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.46 median hour buys what $54.90 buys at the national price level, 3% 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: $85,428
- Per month: $7,119
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Sioux City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Woodbury County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Woodbury County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD | 74 mi | $58.11/hr | 209,289 |
| Omaha, NE | 87 mi | $50.73/hr | 489,265 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 91 mi | $50.73/hr | 62,665 |
| Bellevue, NE | 96 mi | $50.73/hr | 64,777 |
| Lincoln, NE | 117 mi | $49.90/hr | 300,619 |
| Ames, IA | 145 mi | $48.01/hr | 69,026 |
Dental Office Manager jobs in Iowa · Dental Office Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Iowa
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Iowa taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Sioux City
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Common questions
How much do dental office managers make in Sioux City, IA?
Dental Office Managers in the Sioux City metro area have a median pay of $47.46 per hour, about $98,720 a year. The middle half earn between $39.08 and $58.49 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sioux City a good place for dental office managers once cost of living is counted?
Sioux City ranks 160th of 333 metro areas for dental office manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 309th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in Sioux City as a dental office manager?
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Sioux City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Woodbury 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 Sioux City?
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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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