Dental Assistants Salary in North Dakota
Dental Assistants in North Dakota earn a median of $57,770 a year, +20% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $57,770
- vs. U.S. median
- +20% ($48,070)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 860
Pay range in North Dakota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,680; the top 10% earn over $72,710. Nationally the range is $37,130 to $62,250.
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Dental Assistants pay in North Dakota
How much do dental assistants make in North Dakota?
The median is $57,770 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,680 and the top 10% earn over $72,710. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is North Dakota a good state for dental assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 50 (+20% vs. the national median of $48,070). Living costs are not included.