PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Dental Office Manager
Aspen Dental · Norfolk, NE
$55k–$60k/ year
Top 25% pay
Dental Office Manager jobs in Lincoln, NE
Dental Office Managers in the Lincoln area earn a median of $49.90 per hour, about $103,780 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $39.80 and $61.94. That ranks 209th of 377 U.S. metro areas for dental office manager pay, and 173rd of 333 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lincoln.
- $49.90median pay per hour, Lincoln
- $40–$62typical range per hour
- 630dental office managers employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Office Manager pay in Lincoln, NE
The metro median is in line with the Nebraska statewide median of $49.81 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 630 medical and health services managers employed in the Lincoln 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% | $32.39 | $67,370 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.80 | $82,780 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.90 | $103,780 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $61.94 | $128,840 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $81.75 | $170,040 | 44% above U.S. median |
How Lincoln ranks
- 209th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 173rd of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Nebraska 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 Lincoln
- Overall prices in Lincoln run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% below the U.S. average (index 84.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.90 median hour buys what $54.49 buys at the national price level, 4% 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$1,796
- Per year: $89,820
- Per month: $7,485
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lincoln metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Assistant Dental Office Manager
Aspen Dental · Norfolk, NE
$18.00–$21.00/ hour
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Dental health shortage areas in Lancaster County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Lancaster County (3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 45 mi | $50.73/hr | 64,777 |
| Omaha, NE | 45 mi | $50.73/hr | 489,265 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 52 mi | $50.73/hr | 62,665 |
| Grand Island, NE | 88 mi | $48.35/hr | 53,250 |
| Manhattan, KS | 112 mi | $51.37/hr | 54,700 |
| Sioux City, IA | 117 mi | $47.46/hr | 86,875 |
Dental Office Manager jobs in Nebraska · Dental Office Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nebraska
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska 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 Lincoln, NE?
Dental Office Managers in the Lincoln metro area have a median pay of $49.90 per hour, about $103,780 a year. The middle half earn between $39.80 and $61.94 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lincoln a good place for dental office managers once cost of living is counted?
Lincoln ranks 173rd of 333 metro areas for dental office manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 209th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Nebraska license to work in Lincoln as a dental office manager?
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lincoln in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Lancaster 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 Lincoln?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalNorfolk, NE · 2 postings$23.57/ hr$18–$29
- 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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2What they are offering now
Low$19Median$23.00High$31
197 Office Manager postings with published pay in the US, 122 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Office Manager roles
- Dental Office ManagerPermanent$55k–$60k/ year
- Assistant Dental Office ManagerPermanent$18.00–$21.00/ hour
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