Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS
Dental Assistant Salary in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria
The median dental assistant earns $47,540 a year in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro, with most between $44,240 and $58,790.
25th percentile
$44,240
Entry / lower range
Median
$47,540
The typical pay
75th percentile
$58,790
Experienced / upper range
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria runs about 2% above the Virginia median. Versus the national median, it's about 1% in line with average.
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Dental Assistant salary in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria: FAQ
What is the average dental assistant salary in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria?
The median dental assistant salary in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area is about $47,540, with most earning between $44,240 and $58,790 (BLS OEWS, latest release).
Is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria higher or lower than the rest of Virginia?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria runs about 2% above the Virginia state median for dental assistants.
How does Washington-Arlington-Alexandria compare nationally?
Compared to the national median, dental assistant pay in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria is about 1% in line with average.
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