Dental Assistant Salary in Raleigh, NC
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$47,068
Hourly Rate
$22.63
/hour
Jobs in Area
364
employed
Dental Assistant Salary Range in Raleigh, NC
Annual Salary Range
$29k
10th percentile
$39k
25th
$56k
75th
$69k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $29,388 | $14.13 |
| 25th Percentile | $39,111 | $18.80 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $47,068 | $22.63 |
| 75th Percentile | $55,714 | $26.79 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $69,418 | $33.37 |
| Average (Mean) | $50,062 | $24.07 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Dental Assistant salary in Raleigh, NC is $47,068 per year or $22.63 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Raleigh-Cary Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Raleigh, NC Compares
vs National Average
$46,540
vs North Carolina Average
$43,835
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$46,834
Cost of living in Raleigh, NC is 0.5% above the national average.
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