How much does a Dental Nurse make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dental Nurse in Chicago, IL is $42,035. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $38,975 to $45,949, with most professionals earning between $36,188 and $49,511.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Dental Nurse Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $36,188 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $38,975 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $42,035 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $45,949 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $49,511 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25% $38,975 10% $36,188 90% $49,511 75% $45,949 $42,035 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Dental Nurse

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Dental Hygienist

    5 - 7 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Dental Nurse in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Dental Nurse ranges from $38,975 to $45,949 with the average base salary of $42,035. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $38,975 to $45,949 with the average total cash compensation of $42,035.

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