Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS
Dental Assistant Salary in Trenton-Princeton
The median dental assistant earns $57,400 a year in the Trenton-Princeton metro, with most between $46,160 and $60,730.
25th percentile
$46,160
Entry / lower range
Median
$57,400
The typical pay
75th percentile
$60,730
Experienced / upper range
Trenton-Princeton runs about 16% above the New Jersey median. Versus the national median, it's about 19% above average.
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Dental Assistant salary in Trenton-Princeton: FAQ
What is the average dental assistant salary in Trenton-Princeton?
The median dental assistant salary in the Trenton-Princeton area is about $57,400, with most earning between $46,160 and $60,730 (BLS OEWS, latest release).
Is Trenton-Princeton higher or lower than the rest of New Jersey?
Trenton-Princeton runs about 16% above the New Jersey state median for dental assistants.
How does Trenton-Princeton compare nationally?
Compared to the national median, dental assistant pay in Trenton-Princeton is about 19% above average.
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