PermanentPosted today
Dental Assistant
Veterans Health Administration · Providence, RI
$37k–$67k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
Dental Assistant jobs in New Bedford, MA
Pay for dental assistants in the New Bedford area centers on $23.26 per hour, or about $48,370 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.70 and the upper quarter over $27.73. That ranks 80th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 191st of 339 once local prices are factored in. 4 open roles with published pay are listed for New Bedford and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near New Bedford.
- $23.26median pay per hour, Providence
- $23–$28typical range per hour
- 1,750dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 4open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Roles in other cities of the Providence-Warwick area.
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Dental Assistant
ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers · Cranston, RI
$23.00–$25.00/ hour
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Dental Assistant - Surgical
ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers · Providence, RI
$23.00–$26.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Attleboro, MA
$27.00–$32.00/ hour
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers | 2 | $24.25 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $24.90 |
| Aspen Dental | 1 | $29.50 |
Dental Assistant pay in New Bedford, MA
The metro median is 17% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $27.86 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 1,750 dental assistants employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.02).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.13 | $39,790 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.70 | $47,220 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $23.26 | $48,370 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.73 | $57,680 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.29 | $60,920 | 29% above U.S. median |
How New Bedford ranks
- 80th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 191st of 339 after adjusting for local prices
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.
What your pay buys in New Bedford
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.26 median hour buys what $22.85 buys at the national price level, 1% above the national median.
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.
Estimate your New Bedford paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$837
- Per year: $41,868
- Per month: $3,489
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Bristol County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Bristol County (3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 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
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall River, MA | 9 mi | $23.26/hr | 94,689 |
| Taunton, MA | 19 mi | $23.26/hr | 61,936 |
| Brockton, MA | 29 mi | $28.15/hr | 105,788 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 38 mi | $28.15/hr | 60,159 |
| Quincy, MA | 42 mi | $28.15/hr | 103,434 |
| Boston, MA | 47 mi | $28.15/hr | 673,458 |
Dental Assistant jobs in Massachusetts · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do dental assistants make in New Bedford, MA?
Dental Assistants in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $23.26 per hour, about $48,370 a year. The middle half earn between $22.70 and $27.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Bedford a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 191st of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 80th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in New Bedford?
We list 4 open roles with published pay from 3 employers in the Providence-Warwick area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near New Bedford.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in New Bedford as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is New Bedford in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Bristol 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 New Bedford?
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Your Dental Assistant pay reportNew Bedford, MA · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Smile BrandsEast Harwich, MA · 2 postings$26.25/ hr$20–$32
- Aspen DentalWest Springfield, MA · 19 postings$25.00/ hr$18–$38
- PDS HealthWatertown, MA · 5 postings$24.88/ hr$20–$30
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$20Median$24.88High$30
28 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 14 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 28 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental Assistant - EndodontistPermanent$30.00–$38.00/ hour
- Dental Assistant (with RDA)Permanent$28.00–$32.00/ hour
+ 26 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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