Dental Assistant Salary in Tucson, AZ
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$41,575
Hourly Rate
$19.99
/hour
Jobs in Area
292
employed
Dental Assistant Salary Range in Tucson, AZ
Annual Salary Range
$28k
10th percentile
$35k
25th
$50k
75th
$59k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $28,066 | $13.49 |
| 25th Percentile | $35,073 | $16.86 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $41,575 | $19.99 |
| 75th Percentile | $50,027 | $24.05 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $58,816 | $28.28 |
| Average (Mean) | $45,392 | $21.82 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Dental Assistant salary in Tucson, AZ is $41,575 per year or $19.99 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 Tucson Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Tucson, AZ Compares
vs National Average
$46,540
vs Arizona Average
$44,313
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$44,182
Cost of living in Tucson, AZ is 5.9% below the national average.
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