Dental Assistants pay in Albuquerque
In Albuquerque (NM), the median pay for dental assistants is $21.54 an hour ($44,810 a year). About 1,000 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($48,070). It is about the same as the New Mexico median ($44,400).
Pay range for dental assistants in Albuquerque (NM)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.93 | $37,300 |
| 25% of workers | $18.67 | $38,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.54 | $44,810 |
| 75% of workers | $22.51 | $46,830 |
| 90% of workers | $26.20 | $54,500 |
Dental Assistants pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | $47,160 | 210 |
| Albuquerque (this page) | $44,810 | 1,000 |
| Farmington | $42,400 | 210 |
| Las Cruces | $38,400 | 200 |
New Mexico 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 Albuquerque (NM)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $39,200 |
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