PermanentPosted 4 days ago
Assistant Dental Office Manager
Aspen Dental · Brighton, MI
$20.00–$23.00/ hour
New this week
Dental Office Manager jobs in Ann Arbor, MI
Dental Office Managers in the Ann Arbor area earn a median of $54.58 per hour, about $113,520 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $40.49 and $77.41. That ranks 130th of 377 U.S. metro areas for dental office manager pay, and 187th of 333 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Ann Arbor and what they pay.
- $54.58median pay per hour, Ann Arbor
- $40–$77typical range per hour
- 1,170dental office managers employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Office Manager pay in Ann Arbor, MI
The metro median is 9% above the Michigan statewide median of $49.93 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 1,170 medical and health services managers employed in the Ann Arbor metro area, 5.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.46).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.18 | $69,010 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.49 | $84,220 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Median | $54.58 | $113,520 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $77.41 | $161,010 | 37% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $100.47 | $208,980 | 77% above U.S. median |
How Ann Arbor ranks
- 130th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 187th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 14 Michigan 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 Ann Arbor
- Overall prices in Ann Arbor run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 25% above the U.S. average (index 125.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $54.58 median hour buys what $54.10 buys at the national price level, 5% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,965
- Per year: $98,244
- Per month: $8,187
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Ann Arbor metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Assistant Dental Office Manager
Aspen Dental · Grand Rapids, MI
$23.00–$27.00/ hour
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Assistant Dental Office Manager
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Dental health shortage areas in Washtenaw County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Washtenaw County (3 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 Office Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westland, MI | 18 mi | $50.15/hr | 82,745 |
| Novi, MI | 19 mi | $50.15/hr | 67,675 |
| Livonia, MI | 20 mi | $50.15/hr | 93,113 |
| Dearborn Heights, MI | 23 mi | $50.15/hr | 61,040 |
| Farmington Hills, MI | 23 mi | $50.15/hr | 84,173 |
| Taylor, MI | 24 mi | $50.15/hr | 61,544 |
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License and tax basics in Michigan
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Ann Arbor, MI?
Dental Office Managers in the Ann Arbor metro area have a median pay of $54.58 per hour, about $113,520 a year. The middle half earn between $40.49 and $77.41 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Ann Arbor a good place for dental office managers once cost of living is counted?
Ann Arbor ranks 187th of 333 metro areas for dental office manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 130th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Ann Arbor as a dental office manager?
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Ann Arbor in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Washtenaw 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 Ann Arbor?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalBrighton, MI · 11 postings$22.50/ hr$20–$36
- 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
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