Dental Assistants pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for dental assistants is $28.79 an hour ($59,890 a year). About 4,120 people work in this job there.
That is 25% higher than the U.S. median ($48,070). It is about the same as the Oregon median ($59,490).
Pay range for dental assistants in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.73 | $47,290 |
| 25% of workers | $27.68 | $57,570 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.79 | $59,890 |
| 75% of workers | $30.90 | $64,270 |
| 90% of workers | $36.56 | $76,040 |
Dental Assistants pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $59,890 | 4,120 |
| Bend | $59,590 | 420 |
| Salem | $59,210 | 570 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $58,500 | 470 |
| Grants Pass | $58,180 | 90 |
| Medford | $57,300 | 310 |
| Albany | $57,180 | 130 |
| Corvallis | $57,080 | 100 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $56,240 |
| Dental Hygienists | $123,100 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $48,670 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $62,720 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $45,690 |
| Massage Therapists | $84,730 |
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