Average Dental Assistant Salary in Ohio

Healthcare · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Dental Assistant in Ohio earns $43,200 per year, which is below the national average of $44,820. This translates to approximately $20.77 per hour, $1,662 biweekly, or $3,600 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Ohio is 12% 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)	$32,400	$15.58
Average (50th)	$43,200	$20.77
Experienced (75th)	$49,700	$23.88
Top Earners (90th)	$56,200	$27.02

Dental Assistant Salary by City in Ohio

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Columbus	$46,700	$3,892/mo
Cleveland	$44,100	$3,675/mo
Cincinnati	$42,300	$3,525/mo
Dayton	$41,000	$3,417/mo
Toledo	$40,200	$3,350/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Healthcare
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	8% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	0%-3.75% (progressive)
State Minimum Wage	$10.45/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.88 (-12% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Ohio

Major employers hiring Dental Assistants in Ohio include Cleveland Clinic, Procter & Gamble, Cardinal Health, Nationwide, and Progressive. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for healthcare professionals.

Calculate Your Ohio Take-Home Pay

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