What are the main factors that influence a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)'s salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)'s salary?

A Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)'s salary grows with experience: starting around $41,577 for beginners, reaching about $44,361 at mid-level, and approach $44,701 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)?

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) roles are District of Columbia $46,290, California $46,090, Massachusetts $45,490. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) roles make?

Salaries for Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) level roles vary by specialization: Orthodontic Registered Dental Assistant: $120,718; Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH): $75,900; Dental Hygienist: $75,855; Registered Dental Hygienist: $75,691; Registered Dental Nurse: $44,174.

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Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Salary in Delaware

How much does a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) in Delaware is $42,290 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,078
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,190 to $46,890
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,457

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Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,890	$3,908	$902	$23
Average	$42,290	$3,524	$813	$20
25th Percentile	$38,190	$3,183	$734	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Salaries

A Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)'s salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)'s salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $41,577
Early Career (1-2 years): $42,457
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,361
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $44,565
Expert (over 8 years): $44,701

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)	$41,577
Intermediate Level Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)	$42,457
Senior Level Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)	$44,361
Specialist Level Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)	$44,565
Expert Level Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)	$44,701

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How Do Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $46,290.
California: $46,090.
Massachusetts: $45,490.

District of Columbia $46,290 California $46,090 Massachusetts $45,490 Washington $45,290 New Jersey $45,290 Alaska $45,290 Connecticut $44,690 New York $44,390

Hawaii $43,690 Rhode Island $43,290 Maryland $43,090 Minnesota $42,790 Colorado $42,690 Illinois $42,590 Oregon $42,490 Delaware $42,290

New Hampshire $42,290 Virginia $42,090 Pennsylvania $41,590 Nevada $41,390 North Dakota $41,290 Michigan $41,190 Wisconsin $41,090 Vermont $40,990

Maine $40,790 Texas $40,790 Arizona $40,690 Ohio $40,690 Georgia $40,290 Indiana $40,090 Wyoming $40,090 Utah $39,990

Iowa $39,990 Kansas $39,790 Louisiana $39,790 Missouri $39,690 North Carolina $39,690 Florida $39,590 Montana $39,490 Nebraska $39,390

Kentucky $39,290 South Carolina $39,190 Tennessee $39,090 Idaho $38,990 New Mexico $38,690 Oklahoma $38,690 Alabama $38,390 South Dakota $37,990

Arkansas $37,790 West Virginia $37,690 Mississippi $37,290

Top Paying Cities for Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)s

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $43,790
Little Creek: $43,390
Magnolia: $43,590

Lincoln, DE $43,790 Little Creek, DE $43,390 Magnolia, DE $43,590 Milford, DE $43,790 Marydel, DE $43,190 Millsboro, DE $43,790 Millville, DE $44,090 Milton, DE $43,790

Nassau, DE $43,790 Ocean View, DE $44,090 Rehoboth Beach, DE $44,090 Seaford, DE $43,390 Selbyville, DE $44,090 Smyrna, DE $43,190 Viola, DE $43,590 Woodside, DE $43,490

Bear, DE $42,890 Newark, DE $42,890 Claymont, DE $42,890 Delaware City, DE $42,890 Hockessin, DE $42,890 Kirkwood, DE $42,890 Middletown, DE $43,090 Montchanin, DE $42,890

New Castle, DE $42,890 Odessa, DE $43,190 Port Penn, DE $42,790 Rockland, DE $42,890 Saint Georges, DE $42,890 Townsend, DE $43,090 Winterthur, DE $42,890 Lewes, DE $43,790

Wilmington, DE $42,890 Dover, DE $43,390 Dover Afb, DE $43,490 Bethany Beach, DE $44,090 Bethel, DE $43,390 Bridgeville, DE $43,790 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,390 Cheswold, DE $43,290

Clayton, DE $43,190 Dagsboro, DE $44,090 Delmar, DE $43,390 Ellendale, DE $43,790 Felton, DE $43,790 Fenwick Island, DE $44,090 Frankford, DE $44,090 Frederica, DE $43,790

Georgetown, DE $43,790 Greenwood, DE $43,790 Harbeson, DE $43,790 Harrington, DE $43,790 Hartly, DE $43,190 Houston, DE $43,790 Kenton, DE $43,190 Laurel, DE $43,390

Yorklyn, DE $42,890

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)'s annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$38,190

Average $42,290/year

$46,890

$3,183

Average $3,524/month

$3,908

$734

Average $813/week

$902

$18

Average $20/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,890	$3,908	$902	$23
Average	$42,290	$3,524	$813	$20
25th Percentile	$38,190	$3,183	$734	$18

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Salary Growth & Career Path

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Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

For a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $76,900 - a projected growth of 82% over your current level.

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