Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| District of Columbia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,580 | $48,867 | +24% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.12 | $23.49 | +24% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $55,123.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Assistant in District of Columbia is $60,580, or about $29.12 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Assistants is $48,867. District of Columbia is +24% above the national median.
Entry-level dental assistants in District of Columbia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 630 dental assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $60,580, District of Columbia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.