How much does a Dental Nurse make in Philadelphia, PA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dental Nurse in Philadelphia, PA is $42,515. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $39,420 to $46,473, with most professionals earning between $36,601 and $50,077.

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 $36,601 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $39,420 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $42,515 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $46,473 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $50,077 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
25% $39,420 10% $36,601 90% $50,077 75% $46,473 $42,515 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 Philadelphia, PA. The base salary for Dental Nurse ranges from $39,420 to $46,473 with the average base salary of $42,515. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,420 to $46,473 with the average total cash compensation of $42,515.

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