How much does a dental assistant make in Bend?
$59,590a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in the Bend, OR metro area. That is $28.65 an hour or $4,966 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.65
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among cities
- 13 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,900Median: $59,590Highest 10%: $73,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,900 | $21.11 | |
| 25th | $56,970 | $27.39 | |
| Median | $59,590 | $28.65 | |
| 75th | $62,390 | $30.00 | |
| 90th | $73,030 | $35.11 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for dental assistants.
| Portland, OR | $59,890 |
| Salem, OR | $59,210 |
| Eugene, OR | $58,500 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $58,180 |
| Medford, OR | $57,300 |
| Albany, OR | $57,180 |
| Corvallis, OR | $57,080 |
Related jobs in Bend
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $94,580 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $62,490 |
| Nursing Assistant | $50,080 |
| Medical Assistant | $50,080 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $49,340 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,880 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $44,190 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $43,610 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $43,140 |
| Physical Therapist Aide | $35,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Bend?
The median hourly pay in the Bend, OR metro area is $28.65 ($59,590 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Bend than the national average?
Yes: $59,590 against $48,070 nationally, 24% more.
How does Bend compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $59,490, so Bend pays 0% more.
Where does Bend rank for dental assistant pay?
13 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does a dental assistant make starting out in Bend?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,900 or less a year; the top 10% make $73,030 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.