Dental Assistants pay in Hawaii
In Hawaii, the median pay for dental assistants is $21.50 an hour ($44,720 a year). About 1,960 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($48,070). Hawaii ranks 43rd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in Hawaii
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.16 | $31,540 |
| 25% of workers | $18.07 | $37,580 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.50 | $44,720 |
| 75% of workers | $23.14 | $48,120 |
| 90% of workers | $24.20 | $50,340 |
Dental Assistants pay in Hawaii metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kahului-Wailuku | $46,320 | 220 |
| Urban Honolulu | $42,750 | 1,450 |
Hawaii unemployment rate: 2.7% (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 Hawaii
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $48,410 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $48,620 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $59,900 |
| Dental Hygienists | $97,570 |
| Massage Therapists | $81,280 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $44,070 |
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