Dental Assistant salary in the United States

How much does a Dental Assistant make in the United States?

Median base salary

Government data

$39,417

Median $39,417
Low $30,447High $51,045

Based on 387,790 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in United States (updated July 31, 2026).

Adjusted down 18% for entry-level roles, because this occupation's wage data is published for all experience levels combined.

Salary range

10th percentile
$30,447
25th percentile
$36,359
75th percentile
$47,634
90th percentile
$51,045

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (public domain). Occupation taxonomy: O*NET (CC BY 4.0), U.S. Department of Labor/ETA.

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