Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Iowa | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $48,430 | $48,867 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.28 | $23.49 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $55,159.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Assistant in Iowa is $48,430, or about $23.28 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Assistants is $48,867. Iowa is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level dental assistants in Iowa typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,210 dental assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $48,430, Iowa offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.