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Dental Assistant Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median dental assistant salary in Aurora, CO is $45,486 per year, which is 7.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$45,486
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$2,976
Cost of Living
105%

Dental Assistant Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level dental assistant earns around $33,170, while experienced professionals earn up to $62,060 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,170
+$2,170 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$46,010
+$3,010 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$62,060
+$4,060 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $32,100
25th Percentile $37,450
Median (50th) $45,486
75th Percentile $55,640
90th Percentile $64,200

Dental Assistant Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$55,263
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$48,461
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$45,911
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$43,360
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Dental Assistant in Aurora

Education

Most dental assistant positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Chairside AssistingDental X-raysSterilizationPatient CareDental SoftwareCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, dental assistant employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.