Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Georgia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $46,840 | $48,867 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.52 | $23.49 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $48,640.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Assistant in Georgia is $46,840, or about $22.52 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Assistants is $48,867. Georgia is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level dental assistants in Georgia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 10,540 dental assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $46,840, Georgia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.