Average Dental Assistant Salary in Georgia

Healthcare · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Dental Assistant in Georgia earns $43,900 per year, which is below the national average of $44,820. This translates to approximately $21.11 per hour, $1,688 biweekly, or $3,658 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Georgia is 7% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$32,900	$15.82
Average (50th)	$43,900	$21.11
Experienced (75th)	$50,500	$24.27
Top Earners (90th)	$57,100	$27.45

Dental Assistant Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$47,400	$3,950/mo
Augusta	$44,800	$3,733/mo
Savannah	$43,000	$3,583/mo
Athens	$41,700	$3,475/mo
Macon	$40,800	$3,400/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Healthcare
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	8% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	1%-5.75% (6 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.93 (-7% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Georgia

Major employers hiring Dental Assistants in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for healthcare professionals.

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