Dental Assistant Salary in Tucson, AZ
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$39,021
Hourly Rate
$18.76
/hour
Jobs in Area
311
employed
Dental Assistant Salary Range in Tucson, AZ
Annual Salary Range
$25k
10th percentile
$32k
25th
$47k
75th
$55k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $25,031 | $12.03 |
| 25th Percentile | $31,713 | $15.25 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $39,021 | $18.76 |
| 75th Percentile | $46,739 | $22.47 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $55,270 | $26.57 |
| Average (Mean) | $41,374 | $19.89 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Dental Assistant salary in Tucson, AZ is $39,021 per year or $18.76 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Tucson Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Tucson, AZ Compares
vs National Average
$44,820
vs Arizona Average
$42,384
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$41,468
Cost of living in Tucson, AZ is 5.9% below the national average.
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