Dental Assistants pay in Vermont
In Vermont, the median pay for dental assistants is $25.37 an hour ($52,760 a year). About 580 people work in this job there.
That is 10% higher than the U.S. median ($48,070). Vermont ranks 11th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in Vermont
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.76 | $45,260 |
| 25% of workers | $22.76 | $47,350 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.37 | $52,760 |
| 75% of workers | $29.05 | $60,420 |
| 90% of workers | $31.93 | $66,410 |
Dental Assistants pay in Vermont metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington-South Burlington | $57,230 | 270 |
Vermont unemployment rate: 2.6% (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 Vermont
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $47,250 |
| Dental Hygienists | $97,470 |
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