How much does a dental assistant make in Providence?
$49,460a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $23.78 an hour or $4,122 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.78
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 85 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 1,650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,700Median: $49,460Highest 10%: $60,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,700 | $21.49 | |
| 25th | $47,830 | $23.00 | |
| Median | $49,460 | $23.78 | |
| 75th | $58,480 | $28.12 | |
| 90th | $60,510 | $29.09 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for dental assistants.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $72,150 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $67,300 |
| Massage Therapist | $60,420 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $48,930 |
| Medical Assistant | $47,020 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,430 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,330 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $46,010 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $43,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $23.78 ($49,460 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $49,460 against $48,070 nationally, 3% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $50,150, so Providence pays 1% less.
Where does Providence rank for dental assistant pay?
85 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does a dental assistant make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,700 or less a year; the top 10% make $60,510 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.