Dental Assistant salary in New Hampshire
Dental Assistants in New Hampshire earn a median of $24.17 per hour, about $50,260 a year, 6% above the U.S. median of $22.74. The middle half earn between $22.47 and $28.41 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $24.17median pay per hour
- $50,260median pay per year
- 1,400dental assistants employed in New Hampshire
- #11of 50 states by median pay
Dental Assistant pay in New Hampshire: percentiles
| Level | New Hampshire per hour | New Hampshire per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.80 | $45,340 | $17.40 |
| Lower quartile | $22.47 | $46,740 | $19.00 |
| Median | $24.17 | $50,260 | $22.74 |
| Upper quartile | $28.41 | $59,090 | $27.36 |
| Top 10% | $29.45 | $61,260 | $29.70 |
Dental Assistant pay by metro area in New Hampshire
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs New Hampshire median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester-Nashua, NH | $26.97 | $56,110 | 480 | 12% above | $25.53 |
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 New Hampshire
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $27.86 | $57,960 | 15% above New Hampshire |
| Maine | $24.68 | $51,340 | 2% above New Hampshire |
| Vermont | $24.53 | $51,020 | 1% above New Hampshire |
What employers are posting in New Hampshire
- 12roles with published pay
- $21.52median pay per hour
- $20–$28typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 11 | $22 |
| Mass General Brigham | 1 | $21.05 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 12 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 New Hampshire · Dental Assistant salary nationwide · New Hampshire state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental assistant make in New Hampshire?
The median is $24.17 per hour, about $50,260 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $21.80 and the top 10% earn over $29.45 (BLS, May 2024).
Where does New Hampshire rank for dental assistant pay?
New Hampshire ranks 11th 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 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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- Dental Assistant - Entry LevelPermanent$20.00–$21.00/ hour
- Dental Assistant - EndodontistPermanent$30.00–$35.00/ hour
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