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Dental Assistant

A comprehensive guide to Dental Assistant licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$46,834 / yr

Min. Education

Varies by state board

Job Outlook

Below national median; evaluate local demand

Top Paying State

Minnesota

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
MN
MinnesotaCompact: No
$64,630Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: Yes
$57,960Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
OR
OregonCompact: Yes
$57,720Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
WA
WashingtonCompact: Pending
$57,040Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Yes
$55,950Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
ME
MaineCompact: No
$51,340Avg. Growth
Tied to businessSpecific course requiredVaries by boardDetails
Showing 1-6 of 50 states