2023 Salary Survey Report
See how you compareWhat is the average Dental Assistant salary for Texas?
Search Dental Assistant JobsHow much does a Dental Assistant make in Texas? The average Dental Assistant salary in Texas is $38,370 ( $18.45 per hour) as of 2021, but the range typically falls between $29,750 and $45,280. Dental Assistant salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, as well as years of experience.
Average Dental Assistant salary for Texas
(Percentile wage estimates for Dental Assistants)
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Average Dental Assistant salary by metro-area
| City | Employed Dental Assistants | Average Hourly Wage | Average Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amarillo, TX | 300 | $17.45 | $36,300 |
| Austin, TX | 2,740 | $20.53 | $42,710 |
| Beaumont, TX | 340 | $18.59 | $38,670 |
| Brownsville, TX | 320 | $15.96 | $33,200 |
| College Station, TX | 270 | $16.50 | $34,320 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 410 | $16.93 | $35,220 |
| Dallas, TX | 11,110 | $18.81 | $39,120 |
| El Paso, TX | 750 | $15.84 | $32,940 |
| Houston, TX | 7,780 | $18.00 | $37,430 |
| Killeen, TX | 430 | $18.29 | $38,040 |
| Laredo, TX | 180 | $15.42 | $32,070 |
| Longview, TX | 250 | $17.84 | $37,100 |
| Lubbock, TX | 380 | $17.58 | $36,560 |
| McAllen, TX | 640 | $22.87 | $47,570 |
| Midland, TX | 150 | $19.56 | $40,680 |
| Odessa, TX | 120 | $18.92 | $39,340 |
| San Angelo, TX | 110 | $17.44 | $36,280 |
| San Antonio, TX | 3,310 | $18.49 | $38,460 |
| Sherman, TX | 270 | $17.06 | $35,490 |
| Texarkana, TX | 150 | $17.19 | $35,760 |
| Tyler, TX | 370 | $17.45 | $36,300 |
| Victoria, TX | 80 | $18.23 | $37,920 |
| Waco, TX | 240 | $17.59 | $36,580 |
| Wichita Falls, TX | 120 | $17.25 | $35,880 |
All data above was collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and is updated as of May 2021.