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Dental Assistant

Average Entry-Level Dental Assistant with Cleaning Skills Hourly Pay in Canada

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C$18.12
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
10%
CA$11.28
MEDIAN
CA$18.12
90%
CA$20.65

The average hourly pay for a Dental Assistant is C$18.12 in 2025

Hourly Rate
C$11 - C$21
Total Pay
C$23k - C$43k
Based on 13 salary profiles (last updated Aug 18 2020)
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What Do Dental Assistants Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Dental Assistant

Medical
10%
Dental
20%
Vision
10%
None
70%

Gender Breakdown for Dental Assistants

Female
100.0%
This data is based on 9 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Dental Assistants

What is the highest pay for Dental Assistants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Dental Assistant is CA$20.65 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Dental Assistants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Dental Assistant is CA$11.28 / hour

How can Dental Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Dental Assistant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Dental Assistant that oversees more junior Dental Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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