Occupation hub
Dental Assistants
National median $48,070 , about 387,790 jobs nationwide (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Local pay range | Local jobs in field | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $74,600 | $60,150 to $76,710 | 2,870 | 110.4 |
| Minneapolis | $72,370 | $63,050 to $75,560 | 3,910 | 104.8 |
| San Francisco | $64,390 | $58,760 to $73,010 | 7,530 | 115.6 |
| Seattle | $62,040 | $49,370 to $63,070 | 7,100 | 111.1 |
| Portland | $59,890 | $57,570 to $64,270 | 4,120 | 105.4 |
Local salary guide May 2025. Cost of living index (2024), US average = 100. We only list metros with a published median. Missing cells are not imputed.