How much does a dental assistant make in Hawaii?
$44,720a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in Hawaii. That is $21.50 an hour or $3,727 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.50
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,540Median: $44,720Highest 10%: $50,340
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,540 | $15.16 | |
| 25th | $37,580 | $18.07 | |
| Median | $44,720 | $21.50 | |
| 75th | $48,120 | $23.13 | |
| 90th | $50,340 | $24.20 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kahului, HI | $46,320 |
| Honolulu, HI | $42,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dental assistants.
| 40. Oklahoma | $45,740 |
| 41. Texas | $45,430 |
| 42. Wyoming | $44,990 |
| 43. Hawaii | $44,720 |
| 44. New Mexico | $44,400 |
| 45. Louisiana | $44,090 |
| 46. Arkansas | $42,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $21.50 ($44,720 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Hawaii than the national average?
No: $44,720 against $48,070 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Hawaii rank for dental assistant pay?
Hawaii ranks 43 of 50 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays dental assistants the most?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI, with a median of $46,320 a year.
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.