PermanentPosted 11 days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · West Haven, CT
$23.00–$28.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
Dental Assistant jobs in West Haven, CT
Dental Assistants in Connecticut earn a median of $24.43 per hour, about $50,820 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.95 and $27.81. That is 7% above the U.S. median of $22.74 per hour. 1 open role with published pay is listed for West Haven. Tell us your role and we email current openings near West Haven.
- $24.43median pay per hour, Connecticut
- $23–$28typical range per hour
- 1open roles with published pay
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Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 3,740 dental assistants employed in Connecticut.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.93 | $37,290 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.95 | $47,740 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Median | $24.43 | $50,820 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.81 | $57,840 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.92 | $60,150 | 27% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Dental Assistants (SOC 31-9091), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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Estimated weekly gross$879
- Per year: $43,974
- Per month: $3,664
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Connecticut. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven, CT | 3 mi | $24.12/hr | 137,562 |
| Bridgeport, CT | 13 mi | $24.33/hr | 151,599 |
| Waterbury, CT | 20 mi | $23.68/hr | 115,908 |
| Meriden, CT | 20 mi | $24.43/hr | 60,849 |
| Norwalk, CT | 27 mi | $24.43/hr | 93,661 |
| Danbury, CT | 28 mi | $24.33/hr | 88,692 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Connecticut · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Connecticut
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do dental assistants make in West Haven, CT?
Dental Assistants in Connecticut have a median pay of $24.43 per hour, about $50,820 a year. The middle half earn between $22.95 and $27.81 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Who is hiring dental assistants in West Haven?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in West Haven. Your free report adds named employers and pay near West Haven.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in West Haven as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place dental assistants in West Haven?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalMeriden, CT · 14 postings$23.75/ hr$20–$35
- Aspen DentalSt. Louis Park, MN · 5 postings$37.50/ hr$22–$42
- Smile BrandsFaribault, MN · 3 postings$28.50/ hr$25–$35
- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 8 postings$27.51/ hr$22–$32
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Connecticut list
2What they are offering now
Low$20Median$24.00High$28
15 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Connecticut, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 15 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental AssistantPermanent$22.00–$24.00/ hour
- Dental Assistant - Entry LevelPermanent$20.00–$24.00/ hour
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