PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Office Manager
Aspen Dental · Columbus, MS
$50k–$58k/ year
Dental Office Manager jobs in Jackson, MS
Dental Office Managers in the Jackson area earn a median of $45.97 per hour, about $95,630 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $35.66 and $54.68. That ranks 349th of 377 U.S. metro areas for dental office manager pay, and 275th of 333 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Jackson.
- $45.97median pay per hour, Jackson
- $36–$55typical range per hour
- 1,300dental office managers employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Office Manager pay in Jackson, MS
The metro median is 6% above the Mississippi statewide median of $43.25 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 1,300 medical and health services managers employed in the Jackson metro area, 4.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.31).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.15 | $60,630 | 49% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $35.66 | $74,170 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Median | $45.97 | $95,630 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $54.68 | $113,730 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $80.36 | $167,150 | 42% above U.S. median |
How Jackson ranks
- 349th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 275th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Mississippi 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 Jackson
- Overall prices in Jackson run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 64.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $45.97 median hour buys what $51.62 buys at the national price level, 9% 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$1,655
- Per year: $82,746
- Per month: $6,896
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jackson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Assistant Dental Office Manager
Aspen Dental · Starkville, MS
$20.00–$25.00/ hour
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Dental health shortage areas in Hinds County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hinds County (1 population-group, 2 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 Office Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MS | 147 mi | $48.20/hr | 74,621 |
| New Orleans, LA | 157 mi | $50.02/hr | 362,701 |
| Kenner, LA | 159 mi | $50.02/hr | 64,650 |
| Mobile, AL | 168 mi | $45.59/hr | 201,367 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 168 mi | $42.84/hr | 114,288 |
| Southaven, MS | 183 mi | $51.26/hr | 57,493 |
Dental Office Manager jobs in Mississippi · Dental Office Manager jobs nationwide
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Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi 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 Jackson, MS?
Dental Office Managers in the Jackson metro area have a median pay of $45.97 per hour, about $95,630 a year. The middle half earn between $35.66 and $54.68 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jackson a good place for dental office managers once cost of living is counted?
Jackson ranks 275th of 333 metro areas for dental office manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 349th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Jackson as a dental office manager?
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Jackson in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hinds 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 Jackson?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalStarkville, MS · 2 postings$24.23/ hr$20–$28
- 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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- Dental Office ManagerPermanent$50k–$58k/ year
- Assistant Dental Office ManagerPermanent$20.00–$25.00/ hour
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