How much does a dental assistant make in Massachusetts?
$57,980a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in Massachusetts. That is $27.88 an hour or $4,832 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.88
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 9,680
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,270Median: $57,980Highest 10%: $72,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,270 | $22.73 | |
| 25th | $48,600 | $23.37 | |
| Median | $57,980 | $27.88 | |
| 75th | $60,720 | $29.19 | |
| 90th | $72,790 | $35.00 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $58,160 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $58,080 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $54,970 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $51,470 |
| Worcester, MA | $50,720 |
| Springfield, MA | $49,690 |
| Providence, RI | $49,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dental assistants.
| 4. New Hampshire | $59,530 |
| 5. Oregon | $59,490 |
| 6. Washington | $58,090 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $57,980 |
| 8. North Dakota | $57,770 |
| 9. Alaska | $57,710 |
| 10. Connecticut | $56,850 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $27.88 ($57,980 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $57,980 against $48,070 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for dental assistant pay?
Massachusetts ranks 7 of 50 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays dental assistants the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $58,160 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.