PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Springfield, MA
$23.00–$25.00/ hour
Dental Assistant jobs in Springfield, MA
Dental Assistants in the Springfield area earn a median of $23.65 per hour, about $49,200 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.69 and $28.11. That ranks 59th of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 77th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Springfield. The free report below lists employers near Springfield and what they pay.
- $23.65median pay per hour, Springfield
- $23–$28typical range per hour
- 630dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant - Entry Level
Aspen Dental · Springfield, MA
$18.00–$19.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Expanded Services Dental Assistant
Benevis · Springfield, MA
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The metro median is 15% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $27.86 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 630 dental assistants employed in the Springfield metro area, 3.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.29).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.86 | $45,470 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.69 | $47,200 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $23.65 | $49,200 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.11 | $58,470 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.20 | $60,740 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Springfield ranks
- 59th of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 77th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 5 Massachusetts metro areas
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 Springfield
- Overall prices in Springfield run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 24% below the U.S. average (index 75.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.65 median hour buys what $24.62 buys at the national price level, 8% 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 Springfield paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$851
- Per year: $42,570
- Per month: $3,548
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Springfield metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Hampden County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hampden County (3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicopee, MA | 5 mi | $23.65/hr | 55,381 |
| Hartford, CT | 25 mi | $26.01/hr | 122,129 |
| New Britain, CT | 33 mi | $24.43/hr | 75,871 |
| Worcester, MA | 39 mi | $24.11/hr | 211,286 |
| Meriden, CT | 42 mi | $24.43/hr | 60,849 |
| Waterbury, CT | 46 mi | $23.68/hr | 115,908 |
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 Springfield, MA?
Dental Assistants in the Springfield metro area have a median pay of $23.65 per hour, about $49,200 a year. The middle half earn between $22.69 and $28.11 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Springfield a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Springfield ranks 77th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 59th of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in Springfield?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Springfield. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Springfield.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Springfield 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 Springfield in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hampden 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 Springfield?
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Your Dental Assistant pay reportSpringfield, 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
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