How much does a dental assistant make in Bangor?
$49,160a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in the Bangor, ME metro area. That is $23.63 an hour or $4,097 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.63
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 89 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,970Median: $49,160Highest 10%: $60,490
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,970 | $22.10 | |
| 25th | $47,600 | $22.88 | |
| Median | $49,160 | $23.63 | |
| 75th | $58,970 | $28.35 | |
| 90th | $60,490 | $29.08 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for dental assistants.
| Portland, ME | $61,240 |
| Lewiston, ME | $57,650 |
Related jobs in Bangor
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $61,090 |
| Medical Assistant | $47,120 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,970 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $46,200 |
| Phlebotomist | $45,340 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $44,780 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $37,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Bangor?
The median hourly pay in the Bangor, ME metro area is $23.63 ($49,160 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Bangor than the national average?
Yes: $49,160 against $48,070 nationally, 2% more.
How does Bangor compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $60,070, so Bangor pays 18% less.
Where does Bangor rank for dental assistant pay?
89 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does a dental assistant make starting out in Bangor?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,970 or less a year; the top 10% make $60,490 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.