Dental Assistants pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for dental assistants is $23.74 an hour ($49,390 a year). About 9,990 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($48,070). New Jersey ranks 15th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.59 | $38,660 |
| 25% of workers | $22.10 | $45,970 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.74 | $49,390 |
| 75% of workers | $29.47 | $61,290 |
| 90% of workers | $30.87 | $64,200 |
Dental Assistants pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton | $57,400 | 470 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $48,810 | 270 |
| Vineland | $48,790 | 130 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $47,210 |
| Dental Hygienists | $107,040 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $58,300 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $49,050 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $49,050 |
| Surgical Technologists | $77,200 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $49,600 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $34,430 |
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