How much does a dental assistant make in Springfield?
$49,690a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in the Springfield, MA metro area. That is $23.89 an hour or $4,141 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.89
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 77 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,890Median: $49,690Highest 10%: $59,670
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,890 | $20.14 | |
| 25th | $47,960 | $23.06 | |
| Median | $49,690 | $23.89 | |
| 75th | $58,240 | $28.00 | |
| 90th | $59,670 | $28.69 |
Other cities in Massachusetts
Median yearly pay for dental assistants.
| Boston, MA | $58,160 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $58,080 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $54,970 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $51,470 |
| Worcester, MA | $50,720 |
| Providence, RI | $49,460 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $73,930 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $65,760 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $64,250 |
| Massage Therapist | $58,500 |
| Phlebotomist | $50,240 |
| Medical Assistant | $48,510 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $46,450 |
| Nursing Assistant | $44,740 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aide | $40,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MA metro area is $23.89 ($49,690 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $49,690 against $48,070 nationally, 3% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Massachusetts?
The median in Massachusetts is $57,980, so Springfield pays 14% less.
Where does Springfield rank for dental assistant pay?
77 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does a dental assistant make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $41,890 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,670 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.