Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Hawaii | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $44,720 | $48,867 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $21.50 | $23.49 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $40,655.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Assistant in Hawaii is $44,720, or about $21.50 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Assistants is $48,867. Hawaii is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level dental assistants in Hawaii typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,960 dental assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $44,720, Hawaii offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.