How much does a dental assistant make in Rhode Island?
$50,150a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in Rhode Island. That is $24.11 an hour or $4,179 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.11
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,050
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,640Median: $50,150Highest 10%: $60,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,640 | $21.94 | |
| 25th | $48,070 | $23.11 | |
| Median | $50,150 | $24.11 | |
| 75th | $59,170 | $28.45 | |
| 90th | $60,900 | $29.28 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $49,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dental assistants.
| 10. Connecticut | $56,850 |
| 11. Vermont | $52,760 |
| 12. North Carolina | $50,380 |
| 13. Rhode Island | $50,150 |
| 14. California | $50,110 |
| 15. New Jersey | $49,390 |
| 16. Arizona | $49,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $24.11 ($50,150 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $50,150 against $48,070 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for dental assistant pay?
Rhode Island ranks 13 of 50 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays dental assistants the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $49,460 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.