Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $42,830 | $48,867 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $20.59 | $23.49 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $49,287.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Assistant in Arkansas is $42,830, or about $20.59 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Assistants is $48,867. Arkansas is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level dental assistants in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,950 dental assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $42,830, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.