Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $50,380 | $48,867 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.22 | $23.49 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $53,425.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Assistant in North Carolina is $50,380, or about $24.22 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Assistants is $48,867. North Carolina is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level dental assistants in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 11,450 dental assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $50,380, North Carolina offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.