PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Assistant Dental Office Manager
Aspen Dental · Minot, ND
$25.00–$27.00/ hour
Dental Office Manager jobs in Bismarck, ND
Pay for dental office managers in the Bismarck area centers on $49.09 per hour, or about $102,100 a year. The lower quarter earns under $45.17 and the upper quarter over $63.56. That ranks 245th of 377 U.S. metro areas for dental office manager pay, and 197th of 333 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bismarck.
- $49.09median pay per hour, Bismarck
- $45–$64typical range per hour
- 150dental office managers employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Office Manager pay in Bismarck, ND
The metro median is 1% above the North Dakota statewide median of $48.62 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 150 medical and health services managers employed in the Bismarck metro area, 2.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.59).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.26 | $75,420 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $45.17 | $93,950 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.09 | $102,100 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $63.56 | $132,200 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $89.90 | $186,990 | 59% above U.S. median |
How Bismarck ranks
- 245th of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 197th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 North Dakota 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 Bismarck
- Overall prices in Bismarck run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% below the U.S. average (index 84.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.09 median hour buys what $53.93 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$1,767
- Per year: $88,362
- Per month: $7,364
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Dental health shortage areas in Burleigh County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Burleigh County (2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 186 mi | $50.00/hr | 136,285 |
| Grand Forks, ND | 188 mi | $46.77/hr | 59,845 |
| Rapid City, SD | 224 mi | $56.66/hr | 79,894 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 328 mi | $55.91/hr | 72,145 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 370 mi | $59.52/hr | 72,739 |
| Plymouth, MN | 372 mi | $59.52/hr | 78,551 |
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License and tax basics in North Dakota
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Dakota requires for your role with the North Dakota 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 Bismarck, ND?
Dental Office Managers in the Bismarck metro area have a median pay of $49.09 per hour, about $102,100 a year. The middle half earn between $45.17 and $63.56 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bismarck a good place for dental office managers once cost of living is counted?
Bismarck ranks 197th of 333 metro areas for dental office manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 245th of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a North Dakota license to work in Bismarck as a dental office manager?
Management or dental office experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Dakota requires for your role with the North Dakota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Bismarck in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Burleigh 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 Bismarck?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- 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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