How much does a Dental Nurse make in Raleigh, NC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dental Nurse in Raleigh, NC is $39,932. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $37,025 to $43,650, with most professionals earning between $34,377 and $47,034.

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 $34,377 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $37,025 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $39,932 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $43,650 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Dental Nurse Salary $47,034 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
25% $37,025 10% $34,377 90% $47,034 75% $43,650 $39,932 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 Raleigh, NC. The base salary for Dental Nurse ranges from $37,025 to $43,650 with the average base salary of $39,932. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $37,025 to $43,650 with the average total cash compensation of $39,932.

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About Raleigh, North Carolina    According to the United States Census Bureau, Raleigh occupies a total area of 144.0 square miles (373.0 km2), of which 142 square miles (369 km2) is ....More

Raleigh, North Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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