Dental Assistant salary in Ohio
Dental Assistants in Ohio earn a median of $22.76 per hour, about $47,330 a year, in line with the U.S. median of $22.74. The middle half earn between $18.58 and $28.22 per hour. The highest median among Ohio metro areas is in Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN, at $23.52 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $22.76median pay per hour
- $47,330median pay per year
- 11,130dental assistants employed in Ohio
- #24of 50 states by median pay
Dental Assistant pay in Ohio: percentiles
| Level | Ohio per hour | Ohio per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.51 | $36,420 | $17.40 |
| Lower quartile | $18.58 | $38,650 | $19.00 |
| Median | $22.76 | $47,330 | $22.74 |
| Upper quartile | $28.22 | $58,700 | $27.36 |
| Top 10% | $36.00 | $74,880 | $29.70 |
Dental Assistant pay by metro area in Ohio
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Ohio median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $23.52 | $48,910 | 2,190 | 3% above | $24.66 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH | $23.46 | $48,800 | 840 | 3% above | $25.31 |
| Columbus, OH | $23.15 | $48,160 | 2,250 | 2% above | $24.25 |
| Akron, OH | $22.56 | $46,920 | 560 | 1% below | $24.16 |
| Cleveland, OH | $22.54 | $46,880 | 2,340 | 1% below | $24.00 |
| Toledo, OH | $22.15 | $46,080 | 690 | 3% below | $24.22 |
| Sandusky, OH | $21.96 | $45,680 | 70 | 4% below | $24.60 |
| Lima, OH | $21.79 | $45,320 | 70 | 4% below | $24.30 |
| Springfield, OH | $21.51 | $44,740 | 120 | 5% below | $23.77 |
| Canton-Massillon, OH | $21.28 | $44,270 | 380 | 7% below | $23.80 |
| Youngstown-Warren, OH | $20.55 | $42,740 | 270 | 10% below | $23.51 |
| Mansfield, OH | $20.50 | $42,640 | 110 | 10% below | $23.07 |
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 Ohio
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | $23.07 | $47,980 | 1% above Ohio |
| Kentucky | $22.37 | $46,520 | 2% below Ohio |
| Michigan | $22.61 | $47,030 | 1% below Ohio |
| Pennsylvania | $23.22 | $48,290 | 2% above Ohio |
| West Virginia | $17.95 | $37,330 | 21% below Ohio |
What employers are posting in Ohio
- 57roles with published pay
- $19.50median pay per hour
- $16–$25typical published range
- 5employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 43 | $18 |
| Smile Brands | 6 | $22.50 |
| PDS Health | 4 | $20.62 |
| Ohio State Wexner Medical Center | 2 | $23.48 |
| ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers | 2 | $24 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 57 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 Ohio · Dental Assistant salary nationwide · Ohio state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental assistant make in Ohio?
The median is $22.76 per hour, about $47,330 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $17.51 and the top 10% earn over $36.00 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Ohio city pays dental assistants the most?
Among Ohio metro areas, Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN has the highest median at $23.52 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Ohio rank for dental assistant pay?
Ohio ranks 24th 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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- ClearChoice Dental Implant CentersDublin, OH · 2 postings$24.00/ hr$20–$27
- Ohio State Wexner Medical CenterOhio · 2 postings$23.48/ hr$20–$27
- Smile BrandsWesterville, OH · 6 postings$22.50/ hr$18–$25
- PDS HealthSharonville, OH · 4 postings$20.62/ hr$17–$24
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