How much does a dental assistant make in Portland?
$61,240a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $29.44 an hour or $5,103 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.44
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,160Median: $61,240Highest 10%: $62,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,160 | $23.63 | |
| 25th | $54,170 | $26.04 | |
| Median | $61,240 | $29.44 | |
| 75th | $61,520 | $29.58 | |
| 90th | $62,660 | $30.13 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for dental assistants.
| Lewiston, ME | $57,650 |
| Bangor, ME | $49,160 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $78,090 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $67,140 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $64,700 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $49,180 |
| Medical Assistant | $48,540 |
| Nursing Assistant | $48,180 |
| Phlebotomist | $47,320 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,660 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $45,150 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $43,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $29.44 ($61,240 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $61,240 against $48,070 nationally, 27% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $60,070, so Portland pays 2% more.
Where does Portland rank for dental assistant pay?
6 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does a dental assistant make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,160 or less a year; the top 10% make $62,660 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.