Dental Assistant salary in Connecticut
Dental Assistants in Connecticut earn a median of $24.43 per hour, about $50,820 a year, 7% above the U.S. median of $22.74. The middle half earn between $22.95 and $27.81 per hour. The highest median among Connecticut metro areas is in Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT, at $26.01 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $24.43median pay per hour
- $50,820median pay per year
- 3,740dental assistants employed in Connecticut
- #10of 50 states by median pay
Dental Assistant pay in Connecticut: percentiles
| Level | Connecticut per hour | Connecticut per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.93 | $37,290 | $17.40 |
| Lower quartile | $22.95 | $47,740 | $19.00 |
| Median | $24.43 | $50,820 | $22.74 |
| Upper quartile | $27.81 | $57,840 | $27.36 |
| Top 10% | $28.92 | $60,150 | $29.70 |
Dental Assistant pay by metro area in Connecticut
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Connecticut median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | $26.01 | $54,100 | 1,490 | 6% above | $25.31 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $24.33 | $50,610 | 970 | in line with | $22.77 |
| New Haven, CT | $24.12 | $50,170 | 510 | 1% below | $23.07 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $23.68 | $49,260 | 360 | 3% below | $23.73 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT | $23.65 | $49,190 | 270 | 3% below | — |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Dental Assistant pay in states next to Connecticut
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Connecticut |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $27.86 | $57,960 | 14% above Connecticut |
| New York | $22.61 | $47,020 | 7% below Connecticut |
| Rhode Island | $23.11 | $48,060 | 5% below Connecticut |
What employers are posting in Connecticut
- 15roles with published pay
- $24median pay per hour
- $21–$28typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 14 | $23.75 |
| Smile Brands | 1 | $26 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 15 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Dental Assistant jobs in Connecticut · Dental Assistant salary nationwide · Connecticut state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental assistant make in Connecticut?
The median is $24.43 per hour, about $50,820 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $17.93 and the top 10% earn over $28.92 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Connecticut city pays dental assistants the most?
Among Connecticut metro areas, Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT has the highest median at $26.01 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Connecticut rank for dental assistant pay?
Connecticut ranks 10th of 50 states by median dental assistant pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- 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
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