Dental Office Manager jobs in Topeka, KS
Dental Office Managers in the Topeka area earn a median of $51.20 per hour, about $106,500 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $40.93 and $70.51. That ranks 176th of 377 U.S. metro areas for dental office manager pay, and 106th of 333 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Topeka.
- $51.20median pay per hour, Topeka
- $41–$71typical range per hour
- 390dental office managers employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Office Manager pay in Topeka, KS
The metro median is 1% above the Kansas statewide median of $50.48 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 390 medical and health services managers employed in the Topeka metro area, 3.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.94).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.60 | $69,890 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.93 | $85,130 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Median | $51.20 | $106,500 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $70.51 | $146,660 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $89.62 | $186,410 | 58% above U.S. median |
How Topeka ranks
- 176th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 106th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Kansas 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 Topeka
- Overall prices in Topeka run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 65.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $51.20 median hour buys what $57.64 buys at the national price level, 2% 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: $92,160
- Per month: $7,680
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Topeka metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental Office Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence, KS | 24 mi | $50.28/hr | 97,271 |
| Shawnee, KS | 48 mi | $55.28/hr | 69,724 |
| Lenexa, KS | 48 mi | $55.28/hr | 59,427 |
| Olathe, KS | 48 mi | $55.28/hr | 149,035 |
| Manhattan, KS | 50 mi | $51.37/hr | 54,700 |
| Kansas City, KS | 52 mi | $55.28/hr | 156,752 |
Dental Office Manager jobs in Kansas · Dental Office Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kansas
Management 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.
Other healthcare roles in Topeka
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Common questions
How much do dental office managers make in Topeka, KS?
Dental Office Managers in the Topeka metro area have a median pay of $51.20 per hour, about $106,500 a year. The middle half earn between $40.93 and $70.51 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Topeka a good place for dental office managers once cost of living is counted?
Topeka ranks 106th of 333 metro areas for dental office manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 176th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Topeka as a dental office manager?
Management 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.
Does Valorem Health place dental office managers in Topeka?
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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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