Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Salary in the United States

How much does an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary in the United States is $33,388 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

However, an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $39,142
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $30,533 to $36,400
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $27,933
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Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $36,400 $3,033 $700 $17
Average $33,388 $2,782 $642 $16
25th Percentile $30,533 $2,544 $587 $15
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Key Factors That Influence Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Salaries

An Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Expanded Function Dental Auxiliaries

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:

  • San Jose: $42,112
  • San Francisco: $41,698
  • Oakland: $40,774

What Skills Can Increase an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 26.14% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Sales and Marketing (Mentioned in 2.6% Job Postings): Marketing consists of the strategies your company employs to generate interest in your business. Sales are the methods by which you convert that interest into a transaction.
  • PowerPoint (Mentioned in 1.42% Job Postings): A computer software created by Microsoft which allows the user to create slides with recordings, narrations, transitions and other features in order to present information.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 26.14%
Sales and Marketing 2.6%
PowerPoint 1.42%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Building Relationships: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$38,396
15%
Leadership
$38,062
14%
Building Relationships
$37,729
13%
Collaboration
$37,729
13%
Team Management
$37,729
13%
Commitment
$37,729
13%
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How Education impacts an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Expanded Function Dental Auxiliaries enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $32,449 and $34,342).

Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.4%
High School 30.9%
Associates 16.1%
Bachelors 47.0%
Masters 4.1%
Doctorate 0.4%
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Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary'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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary

Salaries for an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $41,750 in 2023 to around $40,912 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Over Time

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2023
$41,750
2024
$41,159
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$40,912
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2024 $41,159
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