Dental Assistants Salary in District of Columbia
Dental Assistants in District of Columbia earn a median of $60,580 a year, +26% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $60,580
- vs. U.S. median
- +26% ($48,070)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 630
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,530; the top 10% earn over $74,960. Nationally the range is $37,130 to $62,250.
States ranked near District of Columbia
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- Ophthalmic Medical Technicians$50,790 median in District of Columbia
- Phlebotomists$51,980 median in District of Columbia
- Ophthalmic Medical Technologists$55,920 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$49,080 median in District of Columbia
Dental Assistants pay in District of Columbia
How much do dental assistants make in District of Columbia?
The median is $60,580 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,530 and the top 10% earn over $74,960. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for dental assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 50 (+26% vs. the national median of $48,070). Living costs are not included.