Dental Assistants Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,880 +18.1% vs national
Median hourly $26.86
10th percentile $45,320
90th percentile $64,270
Employed locally 70
National median $47,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,320
    25th
    $48,290
    50th (median)
    $55,880
    75th
    $60,010
    90th
    $64,270

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $39,130
    Nursing Assistants $44,240
    Medical Assistants $48,780
    Occupational Therapy Assistants $74,880
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $37,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dental Assistants make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Dental Assistants in Massachusetts is $26.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.90 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Dental Assistants salaries?

    The median Dental Assistants salary in Massachusetts is 18.1% above 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Dental Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $45,320 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,290.