- Open jobs
- 2
- Agencies hiring
- 2
- Median pay in listings
- $34.11/hour
- Median wage in California (BLS)
- $24.09/hour
Dental Assistant pay in California
The median wage for Dental Assistant jobs in California is $24.09 per hour ($50,107 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $34.11/hour. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from California; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Dental Assistant jobs in California
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| Health Advocates Network | 1 | $34.72/hr |
| NEXTAFF | 1 | $33.50/hr |
Cities with the most Dental Assistant jobs
Herlong (1), Auburn (1)
FAQ
How much does a Dental Assistant make in California?
The median wage for Dental Assistant jobs in California is $24.09 per hour (about $50,107 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Dental Assistant jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $34.11 per hour.
How many Dental Assistant jobs are open in California?
2 Dental Assistant jobs from 2 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from California; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.