Dental Assistant Salary in Rhode Island
A dental assistant in Rhode Island earns an estimated $50,800 a year ($24.42 an hour). Most workers fall from $34,500 to $73,700, depending on experience and employer.
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Dental Assistant pay in Rhode Island
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $34,500 | $16.59 |
| Median (estimate) | $50,800 | $24.42 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $73,700 | $35.43 |
| US national median | $47,500 | $22.84 |
The Rhode Island estimate is 7% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Rhode Island keeps about $40,712 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,565.84 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Rhode Island paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make in Rhode Island?
About $50,800 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.