Dental Assistants pay in Delaware
In Delaware, the median pay for dental assistants is $22.89 an hour ($47,600 a year). About 990 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($48,070). Delaware ranks 29th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in Delaware
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.50 | $36,410 |
| 25% of workers | $20.91 | $43,480 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.89 | $47,600 |
| 75% of workers | $26.76 | $55,650 |
| 90% of workers | $27.33 | $56,840 |
Dental Assistants pay in Delaware metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Dover | $45,700 | 190 |
Delaware unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for dental assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +7.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 53,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Delaware
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $44,490 |
| Dental Hygienists | $98,910 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $48,370 |
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