Dental Assistants Salary in District of Columbia

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia

Dental Assistants in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $48,270 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +2.1% vs the national median of $47,300. An estimated 7,960 dental assistants are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $48,270 to $48,270 depending on location.

$48,270 Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$48,270 Highest paying metro
$48,270 Lowest paying metro
7,960 Employed in District of Columbia

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      Metro area Median salary 25th pct 75th pct Employed
      Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV $48,270 $46,630 $57,270 7,960

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