How much does a Dental Office Assistant make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dental Office Assistant in the United States is $42,473. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $39,380 to $46,427, with most professionals earning between $36,565 and $50,027.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Dental Office Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dental Office Assistant Salary $36,565 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Dental Office Assistant Salary $39,380 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Dental Office Assistant Salary $42,473 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Dental Office Assistant Salary $46,427 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Dental Office Assistant Salary $50,027 US April 01, 2025
25% $39,380 10% $36,565 90% $50,027 75% $46,427 $42,473 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Dental Office Assistant

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Dental Hygienist

    5 - 7 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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