How much does a dental assistant make in Eugene?
$58,500a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area. That is $28.13 an hour or $4,875 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.13
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,790Median: $58,500Highest 10%: $70,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,790 | $23.94 | |
| 25th | $50,430 | $24.25 | |
| Median | $58,500 | $28.13 | |
| 75th | $60,910 | $29.28 | |
| 90th | $70,710 | $34.00 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for dental assistants.
| Portland, OR | $59,890 |
| Bend, OR | $59,590 |
| Salem, OR | $59,210 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $58,180 |
| Medford, OR | $57,300 |
| Albany, OR | $57,180 |
| Corvallis, OR | $57,080 |
Related jobs in Eugene
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $83,880 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $60,930 |
| Medical Assistant | $49,980 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $49,560 |
| Nursing Assistant | $48,320 |
| Phlebotomist | $48,010 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,420 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $45,610 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $40,690 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $39,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Eugene?
The median hourly pay in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area is $28.13 ($58,500 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Eugene than the national average?
Yes: $58,500 against $48,070 nationally, 22% more.
How does Eugene compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $59,490, so Eugene pays 2% less.
Where does Eugene rank for dental assistant pay?
23 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does a dental assistant make starting out in Eugene?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,790 or less a year; the top 10% make $70,710 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.