CO · Westminster · Updated October 15, 2026

Dental Assistant jobs in Westminster, CO

3 open roles with published pay are listed for Westminster. The free report below lists employers near Westminster and what they pay.

Open Dental Assistant roles in Westminster

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Who is hiring dental assistants near Westminster

EmployerRolesMedian pay / hour
Aspen Dental2$23.50
PDS Health1$25.12

What your pay buys in Westminster

  • Overall prices in Denver-Aurora-Centennial run 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.8, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 47% above the U.S. average (index 146.9).

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.

Dental health shortage areas in Jefferson County

HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Jefferson County (2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 25 on a 0 to 26 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.

Shortage areas are where demand for dentists, hygienists and dental assistants is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.

Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.

Dental Assistant pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Broomfield, CO5 mi—78,323
Arvada, CO6 mi—121,873
Boulder, CO14 mi—106,803
Longmont, CO20 mi—99,818

Dental Assistant jobs in Colorado · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Colorado

State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Colorado requires for your role with the Colorado licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Colorado taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Colorado state guide

Other healthcare roles in Westminster

Westminster city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

Who is hiring dental assistants in Westminster?

We list 3 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in Westminster. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Westminster.

Do I need a Colorado license to work in Westminster as a dental assistant?

State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Colorado requires for your role with the Colorado licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Is Westminster in a shortage area?

HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Jefferson County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.

Does Valorem Health place dental assistants in Westminster?

Yes. We place healthcare staff in Westminster and across Colorado. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Westminster.

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Your Dental Assistant pay reportWestminster, CO · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026

1Pay for your role at other employers

  • Aspen DentalWestminster, CO · 8 postings$24.75/ hr$20–$30
  • Denver HealthDenver, CO · 8 postings$27.51/ hr$22–$32
  • PDS HealthGolden, CO · 17 postings$24.88/ hr$20–$36

Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.

2What they are offering now

Low$21Median$25.12High$32

34 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Colorado, 24 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 34 Dental Assistant roles

  1. Traveling Dental Assistant PeriodonticsPermanent
    $26.25–$36.50/ hour
    PDS Health · Golden, CO · posted yesterday
  2. Dental AssistantPermanent
    $22.00–$26.00/ hour
    Aspen Dental · Lakewood, CO · posted yesterday

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