Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $57,980 | $48,867 | +19% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.88 | $23.49 | +19% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,802.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Assistant in Massachusetts is $57,980, or about $27.88 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Assistants is $48,867. Massachusetts is +19% above the national median.
Entry-level dental assistants in Massachusetts typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,680 dental assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $57,980, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.