Dental Assistants Salary (2025)
Based on 387,790 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $37,130 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $44,340 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $48,070 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $58,090 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $62,250 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$37K
25th
$44K
Median
$48K
75th
$58K
90th
$62K
Highest Paying States for Dental Assistants
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | $64,740 |
| District of Columbia | $63,360 |
| Oregon | $60,110 |
| New Hampshire | $57,200 |
| Maine | $57,140 |
| Washington | $56,680 |
| Massachusetts | $56,640 |
| North Dakota | $56,450 |
| Alaska | $55,220 |
| California | $54,710 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Dental Assistants salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Minnesota at an average of $64,740 per year, while California has an average of $54,710 — a difference of $10,030. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Dental Assistants
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 387,790 workers were employed as Dental Assistantss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $50,200 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 31-9091