Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Connecticut | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $56,850 | $48,867 | +16% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.33 | $23.49 | +16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,875.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Assistant in Connecticut is $56,850, or about $27.33 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Assistants is $48,867. Connecticut is +16% above the national median.
Entry-level dental assistants in Connecticut typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,840 dental assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $56,850, Connecticut offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.