Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Minnesota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $65,270 | $48,867 | +34% |
| Median hourly wage | $31.38 | $23.49 | +34% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $66,197.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Assistant in Minnesota is $65,270, or about $31.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Assistants is $48,867. Minnesota is +34% above the national median.
Entry-level dental assistants in Minnesota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,980 dental assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $65,270, Minnesota offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.