PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Assistant
Aspen Dental · Nashua, NH
$22.00–$28.00/ hour
Dental Assistant jobs in Nashua, NH
The median dental assistant pay in the Nashua area is $26.97 per hour ($56,110 a year), with the typical range running from $22.22 to $28.84. That ranks 23rd of 383 U.S. metro areas for dental assistant pay, and 44th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Nashua. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Nashua.
- $26.97median pay per hour, Manchester
- $22–$29typical range per hour
- 480dental assistants employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 12% above the New Hampshire statewide median of $24.17 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.74 per hour. BLS counts about 480 dental assistants employed in the Manchester-Nashua metro area, 2.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.96 | $45,680 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.22 | $46,220 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Median | $26.97 | $56,110 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.84 | $59,990 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.32 | $60,990 | 29% above U.S. median |
How Nashua ranks
- 23rd of 383 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 44th 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 Nashua
- Overall prices in Manchester-Nashua run 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% above the U.S. average (index 134.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.97 median hour buys what $25.53 buys at the national price level, 12% 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 Nashua paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$971
- Per year: $48,546
- Per month: $4,046
- New Hampshire has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Manchester-Nashua metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Hillsborough County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hillsborough County (3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowell, MA | 11 mi | $28.15/hr | 120,418 |
| Manchester, NH | 16 mi | $26.97/hr | 116,386 |
| Lawrence, MA | 17 mi | $28.15/hr | 89,332 |
| Haverhill, MA | 21 mi | $28.15/hr | 68,291 |
| Waltham, MA | 28 mi | $28.15/hr | 65,849 |
| Medford, MA | 30 mi | $28.15/hr | 59,898 |
Dental Assistant jobs in New Hampshire · Dental Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New Hampshire
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Hampshire requires for your role with the New Hampshire licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New Hampshire does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do dental assistants make in Nashua, NH?
Dental Assistants in the Manchester-Nashua metro area have a median pay of $26.97 per hour, about $56,110 a year. The middle half earn between $22.22 and $28.84 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Nashua a good place for dental assistants once cost of living is counted?
Manchester-Nashua ranks 44th of 339 metro areas for dental assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 23rd of 383 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental assistants in Nashua?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Nashua. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Nashua.
Do I need a New Hampshire license to work in Nashua as a dental assistant?
State registration, license or certificate where required, often including radiography. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Hampshire requires for your role with the New Hampshire licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Nashua in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hillsborough 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 Nashua?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalNorth Conway, NH · 11 postings$22.00/ hr$18–$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
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2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$21.52High$28
12 Dental Assistant postings with published pay in New Hampshire, 1 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 12 Dental Assistant roles
- Dental Assistant - Entry LevelPermanent$20.00–$21.00/ hour
- Dental Assistant - EndodontistPermanent$30.00–$35.00/ hour
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