Dental Assistant Salary in Massachusetts
A dental assistant in Massachusetts earns an estimated $54,200 a year ($26.06 an hour). Most workers fall from $36,900 to $78,600, depending on experience and employer.
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Dental Assistant pay in Massachusetts
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $36,900 | $17.74 |
| Median (estimate) | $54,200 | $26.06 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $78,600 | $37.79 |
| US national median | $47,500 | $22.84 |
The Massachusetts estimate is 14% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Massachusetts keeps about $43,020 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,654.60 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Massachusetts paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make in Massachusetts?
About $54,200 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.