How much does a dental assistant make in Santa Fe?
$47,160a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in the Santa Fe, NM metro area. That is $22.67 an hour or $3,930 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.67
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among cities
- 186 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,860Median: $47,160Highest 10%: $65,670
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,860 | $18.20 | |
| 25th | $44,400 | $21.35 | |
| Median | $47,160 | $22.67 | |
| 75th | $50,660 | $24.36 | |
| 90th | $65,670 | $31.57 |
Other cities in New Mexico
Median yearly pay for dental assistants.
| Albuquerque, NM | $44,810 |
| Farmington, NM | $42,400 |
| Las Cruces, NM | $38,400 |
Related jobs in Santa Fe
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $47,390 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,530 |
| Medical Assistant | $45,970 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $39,500 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $31,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Santa Fe?
The median hourly pay in the Santa Fe, NM metro area is $22.67 ($47,160 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Santa Fe than the national average?
No: $47,160 against $48,070 nationally, 2% less.
How does Santa Fe compare with the rest of New Mexico?
The median in New Mexico is $44,400, so Santa Fe pays 6% more.
Where does Santa Fe rank for dental assistant pay?
186 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does a dental assistant make starting out in Santa Fe?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,860 or less a year; the top 10% make $65,670 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.