Dental Assistant Salary in Portland, OR
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$48,631
Hourly Rate
$23.38
/hour
Jobs in Area
291
employed
Dental Assistant Salary Range in Portland, OR
Annual Salary Range
$31k
10th percentile
$40k
25th
$60k
75th
$70k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $30,568 | $14.70 |
| 25th Percentile | $40,035 | $19.25 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $48,631 | $23.38 |
| 75th Percentile | $59,828 | $28.76 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $70,359 | $33.83 |
| Average (Mean) | $51,586 | $24.80 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Dental Assistant salary in Portland, OR is $48,631 per year or $23.38 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Portland, OR Compares
vs National Average
$46,540
vs Oregon Average
$46,762
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$40,935
Cost of living in Portland, OR is 18.8% above the national average.
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