Dental Assistant jobs in Colorado

Dental Assistant pay in Colorado

The median wage for Dental Assistant jobs in Colorado is $23.24 per hour ($48,339 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $34.58/hour, from $33.00 to $34.58. 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 Colorado; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.

Agencies hiring for Dental Assistant jobs in Colorado

Cities with the most Dental Assistant jobs

Model (2), Sterling (1), Delta (1)

FAQ

How much does a Dental Assistant make in Colorado?

The median wage for Dental Assistant jobs in Colorado is $23.24 per hour (about $48,339 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 $34.58 per hour.

How many Dental Assistant jobs are open in Colorado?

4 Dental Assistant jobs from 1 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 Colorado; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.