Dental assistant schools in Cary, NC
3 schools within 30 miles of Cary, NC offer dental assistant programs, and the closest is Wake Technical Community College in Raleigh, 11 miles away. Dental assistants in North Carolina earn a median $50,380 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 11 mi
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in NC
- $50,380
3 dental assistant schools within 30 mi of Cary, NC
School results
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC · 11 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +21
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC · 28 mi · Public
- Dental assistant
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +22
What dental assistants earn in North Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental assistant salary in North CarolinaHow to become a dental assistant
- Median pay
- $50,380
- $24.22 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,240–$60,200
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NC
- 11,450
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +7.4%
- 53,000 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the closest dental assistant schools to Cary?
The closest are Wake Technical Community College (Raleigh, 11 mi), Miller-Motte College - Raleigh (Raleigh, 14 mi), and Central Carolina Community College (Sanford, 28 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach dental assistant.
How much do dental assistant programs near Cary cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,446 to $22,736. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do dental assistants make near Cary?
Across North Carolina, the median pay is $50,380 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a dental assistant school in Cary?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
Dental assistant schools in nearby cities
- Durham (14 mi)
- Asheboro (56 mi)
- Greensboro (60 mi)
- Thomasville (71 mi)