Dental Assistants Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,100 -2.5% vs national
Median hourly $22.16
10th percentile $37,700
90th percentile $60,320
Employed locally 270
National median $47,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,700
    25th
    $39,110
    50th (median)
    $46,100
    75th
    $49,700
    90th
    $60,320

    Top-paying metros for Dental Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $65,360
    Minnesota $64,630
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $64,600
    Rochester, MN $62,990
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $62,700
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $62,620

    Related occupations in Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $28,150
    Nursing Assistants $37,690
    Medical Assistants $39,510
    Physical Therapist Assistants $61,870
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $34,920
    Phlebotomists $38,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dental Assistants make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Dental Assistants in Central Pennsylvania is $22.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.99 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Dental Assistants salaries?

    The median Dental Assistants salary in Central Pennsylvania is 2.5% below the national median of $47,300. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Dental Assistants in Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Dental Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $37,700 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,110.