Dental Assistant salary in Louisiana
Dental Assistants in Louisiana earn a median of $18.34 per hour, about $38,150 a year, 19% below the U.S. median of $22.74. The middle half earn between $16.44 and $22.27 per hour. The highest median among Louisiana metro areas is in New Orleans-Metairie, LA, at $19.32 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $18.34median pay per hour
- $38,150median pay per year
- 4,420dental assistants employed in Louisiana
- #45of 50 states by median pay
Dental Assistant pay in Louisiana: percentiles
| Level | Louisiana per hour | Louisiana per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $13.74 | $28,580 | $17.40 |
| Lower quartile | $16.44 | $34,200 | $19.00 |
| Median | $18.34 | $38,150 | $22.74 |
| Upper quartile | $22.27 | $46,320 | $27.36 |
| Top 10% | $26.83 | $55,810 | $29.70 |
Dental Assistant pay by metro area in Louisiana
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Louisiana median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $19.32 | $40,180 | 890 | 5% above | $20.86 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $18.63 | $38,750 | 230 | 2% above | $21.70 |
| Hammond, LA | $18.61 | $38,710 | 110 | 1% above | $22.03 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington, LA | $18.34 | $38,150 | 390 | in line with | $19.78 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA | $18.24 | $37,940 | 210 | 1% below | $21.43 |
| Lafayette, LA | $18.18 | $37,810 | 580 | 1% below | — |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $18.01 | $37,470 | 800 | 2% below | $19.84 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City, LA | $17.92 | $37,270 | 400 | 2% below | $21.14 |
| Alexandria, LA | $17.50 | $36,400 | 130 | 5% below | — |
| Monroe, LA | $17.18 | $35,730 | 270 | 6% below | $20.55 |
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 Louisiana
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $18.11 | $37,680 | 1% below Louisiana |
| Mississippi | $17.85 | $37,130 | 3% below Louisiana |
| Texas | $20.32 | $42,270 | 11% above Louisiana |
What employers are posting in Louisiana
- 11roles with published pay
- $20median pay per hour
- $16–$24typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 7 | $19.50 |
| PDS Health | 3 | $20.62 |
| ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers | 1 | $24 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 11 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 Louisiana · Dental Assistant salary nationwide · Louisiana state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental assistant make in Louisiana?
The median is $18.34 per hour, about $38,150 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $13.74 and the top 10% earn over $26.83 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Louisiana city pays dental assistants the most?
Among Louisiana metro areas, New Orleans-Metairie, LA has the highest median at $19.32 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Louisiana rank for dental assistant pay?
Louisiana ranks 45th 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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- PDS HealthHarahan, LA · 3 postings$20.62/ hr$16–$24
- Aspen DentalHammond, LA · 7 postings$19.50/ hr$15–$27
- Aspen DentalSt. Louis Park, MN · 5 postings$37.50/ hr$22–$42
- Smile BrandsFaribault, MN · 3 postings$28.50/ hr$25–$35
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