Dental Assistant Instructor Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Dental Assistant Instructor make in District of Columbia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Dental Assistant Instructor in District of Columbia is $68,245 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,937
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,238 to $76,983
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,126
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Dental Assistant Instructor Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $76,983 $6,415 $1,480 $37
Average $68,245 $5,687 $1,312 $33
25th Percentile $58,238 $4,853 $1,120 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Dental Assistant Instructor Salaries

A Dental Assistant Instructor'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.

Top Paying Cities for Dental Assistant Instructors

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:

  • Parcel Return Service: $67,875
  • Washington: $67,876
  • Naval Anacost Annex: $67,873

Dental Assistant Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Dental Assistant Instructor'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 August 01, 2026

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    Washington, DC

    Spectrum Healthcare Resources | Washington, DC

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  • Hero Practice Services

    Washington, DC

    Hero Practice Services | Washington, DC

    Dental Assistant. Adventure Dental & Vision in Washington, DC, is currently seeking a Dental Assistant to support the dentist and hygienist in providing hi... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Comprehensive & Cosmetic Dentistry

    Washington, DC

    Comprehensive & Cosmetic Dentistry | Washington, DC

    Job Description. Job Description. Our Office is seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated dental assistant with a friendly and positive demeanor to join our ... more

    8 Days Ago

  • FAMILY DENTAL CENTER

    Washington, DC

    FAMILY DENTAL CENTER | Washington, DC

    Job Description. Job Description. DENTAL ASSISTANT IN BUSY DENTAL OFFICE. FAST PASTE DENTAL OFFICE. MUST BE LICENSED in one of the DMV states or READY TO A... more

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  • Whitman-Walker Health

    Washington, DC

    Whitman-Walker Health | Washington, DC

    Dental Assistant. Provides support in Dental Services by assisting the dentist and dental hygienist in all office locations and all office and clinical dut... more

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    Washington, DC

    So Others Might Eat | Washington, DC

    Dental Assistant. SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in Washington, DC, helping them break the cycle ... more

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