Dental Assistants Salary in Pennsylvania
Dental Assistants in Pennsylvania earn a median of $47,930 a year, 0% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $47,930
- vs. U.S. median
- 0% ($48,070)
- Rank among states
- 25 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 12,080
Pay range in Pennsylvania
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,040; the top 10% earn over $61,430. Nationally the range is $37,130 to $62,250.
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Dental Assistants pay in Pennsylvania
How much do dental assistants make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $47,930 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,040 and the top 10% earn over $61,430. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for dental assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 25 of 50 (0% vs. the national median of $48,070). Living costs are not included.