Dental Assistant salary in Georgia
Dental Assistants in Georgia earn a median of $21.92 per hour, about $45,600 a year, 4% below the U.S. median of $22.74. The middle half earn between $18.52 and $22.87 per hour. The highest median among Georgia metro areas is in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, at $22.15 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $21.92median pay per hour
- $45,600median pay per year
- 9,730dental assistants employed in Georgia
- #36of 50 states by median pay
Dental Assistant pay in Georgia: percentiles
| Level | Georgia per hour | Georgia per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.44 | $36,280 | $17.40 |
| Lower quartile | $18.52 | $38,520 | $19.00 |
| Median | $21.92 | $45,600 | $22.74 |
| Upper quartile | $22.87 | $47,570 | $27.36 |
| Top 10% | $28.25 | $58,760 | $29.70 |
Dental Assistant pay by metro area in Georgia
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Georgia median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $22.15 | $46,060 | 5,980 | 1% above | $22.14 |
| Gainesville, GA | $21.37 | $44,440 | 200 | 3% below | — |
| Rome, GA | $21.34 | $44,380 | 90 | 3% below | $23.67 |
| Savannah, GA | $20.91 | $43,490 | 450 | 5% below | $21.96 |
| Hinesville, GA | $19.02 | $39,560 | 70 | 13% below | — |
| Valdosta, GA | $18.94 | $39,390 | 120 | 14% below | $21.46 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $18.86 | $39,230 | 670 | 14% below | $20.52 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $18.58 | $38,640 | 160 | 15% below | $19.81 |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $18.35 | $38,170 | 170 | 16% below | $19.66 |
| Dalton, GA | $18.29 | $38,040 | 270 | 17% below | $20.36 |
| Columbus, GA-AL | $18.22 | $37,890 | 290 | 17% below | $20.40 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons, GA | $17.95 | $37,330 | 130 | 18% below | $20.47 |
| Albany, GA | $17.85 | $37,120 | 140 | 19% below | $20.36 |
| Macon-Bibb County, GA | $17.66 | $36,720 | 190 | 19% below | $19.95 |
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 Georgia
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Georgia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $17.92 | $37,280 | 18% below Georgia |
| Florida | $22.63 | $47,060 | 3% above Georgia |
| North Carolina | $23.42 | $48,710 | 7% above Georgia |
| South Carolina | $22.08 | $45,930 | 1% above Georgia |
| Tennessee | $22.16 | $46,090 | 1% above Georgia |
What employers are posting in Georgia
- 27roles with published pay
- $20.62median pay per hour
- $18–$27typical published range
- 4employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 20 | $20 |
| PDS Health | 3 | $21.62 |
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 3 | $22.52 |
| ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers | 1 | $28 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 27 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 Georgia · Dental Assistant salary nationwide · Georgia state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental assistant make in Georgia?
The median is $21.92 per hour, about $45,600 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $17.44 and the top 10% earn over $28.25 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Georgia city pays dental assistants the most?
Among Georgia metro areas, Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA has the highest median at $22.15 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Georgia rank for dental assistant pay?
Georgia ranks 36th 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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- Military Treatment Facilities under DHAFort Gordon, GA · 3 postings$22.52/ hr$20–$55
- PDS HealthConyers, GA · 3 postings$21.62/ hr$17–$26
- Aspen DentalRincon, GA · 20 postings$20.00/ hr$16–$39
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