Dental Assistant salary in Arkansas
Dental Assistants in Arkansas earn a median of $18.11 per hour, about $37,680 a year, 20% below the U.S. median of $22.74. The middle half earn between $17.15 and $21.57 per hour. The highest median among Arkansas metro areas is in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR, at $19.33 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $18.11median pay per hour
- $37,680median pay per year
- 3,020dental assistants employed in Arkansas
- #46of 50 states by median pay
Dental Assistant pay in Arkansas: percentiles
| Level | Arkansas per hour | Arkansas per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.83 | $32,930 | $17.40 |
| Lower quartile | $17.15 | $35,670 | $19.00 |
| Median | $18.11 | $37,680 | $22.74 |
| Upper quartile | $21.57 | $44,870 | $27.36 |
| Top 10% | $22.71 | $47,240 | $29.70 |
Dental Assistant pay by metro area in Arkansas
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Arkansas median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR | $19.33 | $40,210 | 920 | 7% above | $21.63 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $18.53 | $38,540 | 720 | 2% above | $20.28 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $17.43 | $36,250 | 130 | 4% below | $20.33 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $17.24 | $35,860 | 200 | 5% below | $20.08 |
| Fort Smith, AR-OK | $17.00 | $35,360 | 260 | 6% below | $19.79 |
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).
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What employers are posting in Arkansas
- 6roles with published pay
- $19.75median pay per hour
- $17–$23typical published range
- 1employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 6 | $19.75 |
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 Arkansas · Dental Assistant salary nationwide · Arkansas state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental assistant make in Arkansas?
The median is $18.11 per hour, about $37,680 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $15.83 and the top 10% earn over $22.71 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Arkansas city pays dental assistants the most?
Among Arkansas metro areas, Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR has the highest median at $19.33 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Arkansas rank for dental assistant pay?
Arkansas ranks 46th 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 DentalRussellville, AR · 6 postings$19.75/ hr$16–$25
- 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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