Dental Assistant salary in Alabama
Dental Assistants in Alabama earn a median of $17.92 per hour, about $37,280 a year, 21% below the U.S. median of $22.74. The middle half earn between $16.37 and $22.07 per hour. The highest median among Alabama metro areas is in Huntsville, AL, at $18.54 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $17.92median pay per hour
- $37,280median pay per year
- 4,450dental assistants employed in Alabama
- #49of 50 states by median pay
Dental Assistant pay in Alabama: percentiles
| Level | Alabama per hour | Alabama per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.80 | $28,700 | $17.40 |
| Lower quartile | $16.37 | $34,050 | $19.00 |
| Median | $17.92 | $37,280 | $22.74 |
| Upper quartile | $22.07 | $45,910 | $27.36 |
| Top 10% | $26.56 | $55,240 | $29.70 |
Dental Assistant pay by metro area in Alabama
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Alabama median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntsville, AL | $18.54 | $38,560 | 520 | 3% above | $19.92 |
| Birmingham, AL | $18.46 | $38,410 | 1,380 | 3% above | $20.14 |
| Decatur, AL | $18.20 | $37,850 | 120 | 2% above | $20.87 |
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL | $17.68 | $36,770 | 270 | 1% below | — |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $17.65 | $36,710 | 200 | 2% below | $20.12 |
| Montgomery, AL | $17.47 | $36,330 | 350 | 3% below | $19.48 |
| Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL | $17.46 | $36,320 | 140 | 3% below | — |
| Mobile, AL | $17.44 | $36,280 | 360 | 3% below | $19.80 |
| Auburn-Opelika, AL | $17.29 | $35,960 | 140 | 4% below | $19.66 |
| Dothan, AL | $17.26 | $35,900 | 180 | 4% below | $20.59 |
| Anniston-Oxford, AL | $16.92 | $35,190 | 80 | 6% below | — |
| Gadsden, AL | $16.64 | $34,600 | 70 | 7% below | — |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Dental Assistant pay in states next to Alabama
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Alabama |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $22.63 | $47,060 | 26% above Alabama |
| Georgia | $21.92 | $45,600 | 22% above Alabama |
| Mississippi | $17.85 | $37,130 | in line with Alabama |
| Tennessee | $22.16 | $46,090 | 24% above Alabama |
What employers are posting in Alabama
- 6roles with published pay
- $16.50median pay per hour
- $15–$19typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 6 | $16.50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 6 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Dental Assistant jobs in Alabama · Dental Assistant salary nationwide · Alabama state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental assistant make in Alabama?
The median is $17.92 per hour, about $37,280 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $13.80 and the top 10% earn over $26.56 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Alabama city pays dental assistants the most?
Among Alabama metro areas, Huntsville, AL has the highest median at $18.54 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Alabama rank for dental assistant pay?
Alabama ranks 49th of 50 states by median dental assistant pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Aspen DentalHomewood, AL · 6 postings$16.50/ hr$15–$19
- Aspen DentalSt. Louis Park, MN · 5 postings$37.50/ hr$22–$42
- Smile BrandsFaribault, MN · 3 postings$28.50/ hr$25–$35
- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 8 postings$27.51/ hr$22–$32
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