Dental Office Manager jobs in Billings, MT
Pay for dental office managers in the Billings area centers on $51.27 per hour, or about $106,640 a year. The lower quarter earns under $42.43 and the upper quarter over $66.62. That ranks 171st of 377 U.S. metro areas for dental office manager pay, and 163rd of 333 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Billings and what they pay.
- $51.27median pay per hour, Billings
- $42–$67typical range per hour
- 330dental office managers employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Office Manager pay in Billings, MT
The metro median is 2% above the Montana statewide median of $50.28 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 330 medical and health services managers employed in the Billings metro area, 3.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.95).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.50 | $71,760 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $42.43 | $88,250 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $51.27 | $106,640 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $66.62 | $138,570 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $82.67 | $171,950 | 46% above U.S. median |
How Billings ranks
- 171st of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 163rd of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 5 Montana 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 Billings
- Overall prices in Billings run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 77.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $51.27 median hour buys what $54.82 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: $92,286
- Per month: $7,690
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Billings metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Yellowstone County
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Yellowstone County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman, MT | 121 mi | $52.69/hr | 57,894 |
| Great Falls, MT | 176 mi | $47.67/hr | 60,013 |
| Casper, WY | 232 mi | $49.26/hr | 58,823 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 234 mi | $56.89/hr | 69,523 |
| Missoula, MT | 272 mi | $48.49/hr | 78,204 |
| Pocatello, ID | 279 mi | $49.61/hr | 58,231 |
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License and tax basics in Montana
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Montana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do dental office managers make in Billings, MT?
Dental Office Managers in the Billings metro area have a median pay of $51.27 per hour, about $106,640 a year. The middle half earn between $42.43 and $66.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Billings a good place for dental office managers once cost of living is counted?
Billings ranks 163rd of 333 metro areas for dental office manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 171st of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Montana license to work in Billings as a dental office manager?
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Billings in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Yellowstone 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 Billings?
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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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