Healthcare Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Dental Assistant Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median dental assistant salary in Aurora, IL is $41,235 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$41,235
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-1,275
Cost of Living
95%

Dental Assistant Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level dental assistant earns around $30,070, while experienced professionals earn up to $56,260 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$30,070
$-930 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$41,710
$-1,290 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$56,260
$-1,740 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $29,100
25th Percentile $33,950
Median (50th) $41,235
75th Percentile $50,440
90th Percentile $58,200

Dental Assistant Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$46,761
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$46,336
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$36,984
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$35,708
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Dental Assistant in Aurora

Education

Most dental assistant positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Chairside AssistingDental X-raysSterilizationPatient CareDental SoftwareCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, dental assistant employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.