Average Dental Assistant Salary in Iowa

Healthcare · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Dental Assistant in Iowa earns $43,300 per year, which is below the national average of $44,820. This translates to approximately $20.82 per hour, $1,665 biweekly, or $3,608 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Iowa is 11% 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)	$32,500	$15.62
Average (50th)	$43,300	$20.82
Experienced (75th)	$49,800	$23.94
Top Earners (90th)	$56,300	$27.07

Dental Assistant Salary by City in Iowa

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Des Moines	$46,800	$3,900/mo
Cedar Rapids	$44,200	$3,683/mo
Davenport	$42,400	$3,533/mo
Sioux City	$41,100	$3,425/mo
Iowa City	$40,300	$3,358/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Healthcare
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	8% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	4.4%-5.7% (4 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.89 (-11% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Iowa

Major employers hiring Dental Assistants in Iowa include Principal Financial, John Deere, Mercy Health, Hy-Vee, and Collins Aerospace. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for healthcare professionals.

Calculate Your Iowa Take-Home Pay

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