Dental Assistant Salary in Arkansas
A dental assistant in Arkansas earns an estimated $42,500 a year ($20.43 an hour). Most workers fall from $28,900 to $61,600, depending on experience and employer.
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Dental Assistant pay in Arkansas
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $28,900 | $13.89 |
| Median (estimate) | $42,500 | $20.43 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $61,600 | $29.62 |
| US national median | $47,500 | $22.84 |
The Arkansas estimate is 11% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Arkansas keeps about $34,671 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,333.51 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Arkansas paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make in Arkansas?
About $42,500 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.