Dental Assistants Salary in Michigan
Dental Assistants in Michigan earn a median of $48,820 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $48,820
- vs. U.S. median
- +2% ($48,070)
- Rank among states
- 17 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 11,990
Pay range in Michigan
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,110; the top 10% earn over $58,900. Nationally the range is $37,130 to $62,250.
States ranked near Michigan
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Dental Assistants pay in Michigan
How much do dental assistants make in Michigan?
The median is $48,820 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,110 and the top 10% earn over $58,900. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Michigan a good state for dental assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 17 of 50 (+2% vs. the national median of $48,070). Living costs are not included.