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Average Salary
$50,570/year
Job Growth
6 (2024-2034)
Dental Practices
5,200+
Population 65+
17.2
Training Cost
FREE
Garden State offers excellent opportunities for dental assistants with 5,200+ dental practices and a population where 17.2 are over 65.
New Jersey dental assistants earn $50,570 annually on average, with experienced DAs earning $54,000 - $62,000.
6 projected job growth through 2034 as dental care demand increases across New Jersey.
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New Jersey requires dental assistants to register with the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. Registration requires completion of an approved program or DANB certification. New Jersey offers Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) credentials for additional clinical procedures through approved training and examination.
New Jersey requires dental assistants to complete a Board-approved radiography course (minimum 7 hours) and pass the DANB Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) exam or New Jersey state exam. Radiography certification is part of DA registration and must be renewed.
NYC commuter area, highest wages
Princeton, New Brunswick area
Coastal communities, seasonal variations
Camden, Cherry Hill area
Urban market, diverse population
New Jersey offers diverse dental employment opportunities from DSO networks to academic institutions.
Employees: 300+
Facilities: 1 dental school
Location: 110 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07103
New Jersey's only dental school, located in Newark with diverse urban patient population.
View Careers →Employees: 800+
Facilities: 40+ locations
Location: Multiple NJ locations
National DSO with extensive New Jersey presence offering career development.
View Careers →Employees: 500+
Facilities: 25+ locations
Location: Multiple NJ locations
Doctor-led DSO with significant New Jersey footprint.
View Careers →Employees: 200+
Facilities: 6 locations
Location: North/Central Jersey
Major community health center serving New Jersey's diverse immigrant populations.
View Careers →Employees: 150+
Facilities: 5 locations
Location: Camden area
Community health center serving Camden's underserved communities.
View Careers →Employees: 100+
Facilities: 4 locations
Location: Jersey Shore
Community health center serving Monmouth County's coastal communities.
View Careers →Employees: Network
Facilities: 200+ practices
Location: Statewide
Medicaid managed care dental network serving NJ residents.
View Careers →Employees: 7,500+
Facilities: 4,400+ practices
Location: Statewide
Diverse private practices from NYC suburbs to Jersey Shore to South Jersey.
View Careers →Michelle R.
Newark • Rutgers Dental
"Working at Rutgers means serving Newark's diverse community. Incredible clinical experience!"
2024-11
David T.
Morristown • Private Practice
"Morris County practices serve great patients. NYC-area wages with NJ lifestyle."
2024-10
Jessica K.
Toms River • Private Practice
"Jersey Shore practice means beach lifestyle. Year-round residents plus seasonal visitors."
2024-09
New Jersey dental assistants earn an average of $50,570 annually ($24.31/hour)—above the national median. Entry-level positions start at $40,500-$46,000, while experienced DAs earn $54,000-$62,000. Northern NJ pays highest at $50,000-$60,000 with NYC influence. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
Yes, New Jersey requires dental assistants to register with the State Board of Dentistry. Registration requires completion of an approved program or DANB certification. EFDA credentials require additional training and examination for expanded functions.
EHired's free online program can be completed in 4-8 weeks. New Jersey registration requires proof of training plus radiography certification (7-hour course plus DANB RHS exam). Most students are job-ready in 2-3 months.
Excellent outlook with 6% projected growth through 2034. New Jersey's 9.3 million population, 5,200+ dental practices, and Rutgers dental school create substantial demand. NYC metro proximity drives competitive wages throughout Northern NJ.
Yes! EHired's training is completely free. You pay for New Jersey registration fee, radiography certification, and any optional certifications when ready. Many NJ employers reimburse certification costs.
Northern New Jersey (Bergen, Essex, Hudson counties) leads with $50,000-$60,000 driven by NYC commuter economy. Morris, Somerset, and Hunterdon counties offer premium suburban wages. Jersey Shore communities provide $46,000-$54,000 with lifestyle benefits.
New Jersey offers: (1) NYC metro access with NJ credentials, (2) Rutgers dental school creating academic employment, (3) Diverse patient populations requiring cultural competency, (4) Dense population creating extensive practice opportunities, (5) Both urban and Jersey Shore lifestyle options.
New York has different requirements, so direct reciprocity isn't automatic. However, DANB certification is nationally recognized and often facilitates NY credentialing. Many Northern NJ dental assistants explore NYC opportunities. Verify current NY requirements if considering cross-state work.
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Enroll Free Today — No Credit Card RequiredNew Jersey's dental workforce serves approximately 9.3 million residents through an estimated 5,200+ dental practices. The state's position between New York City and Philadelphia creates distinct regional markets with competitive wages throughout.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports New Jersey employed approximately 15,200 dental assistants in May 2024, earning a median annual wage of $50,570—above the national median, reflecting the state's position in high-wage metropolitan areas.
Rutgers School of Dental Medicine in Newark is New Jersey's only dental school. Located in the state's largest city, the school serves diverse urban populations and creates clinical education opportunities for dental assistants in academic settings.
New Jersey's diverse population—including significant Hispanic, Asian, and immigrant communities—creates opportunities for dental assistants with cultural competency and language skills. Zufall Health Center and other FQHCs specifically serve immigrant populations.
Northern New Jersey's integration with the New York City metropolitan area influences wages significantly. Bergen, Hudson, and Essex counties compete with NYC for dental talent, driving wages above state averages in these commuter communities.
The Jersey Shore—from Sandy Hook to Cape May—offers unique coastal practice opportunities with seasonal population variations. Summer populations swell with tourists and seasonal residents, creating dynamic practice environments for dental assistants.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023; BLS OEWS May 2024; ADA Health Policy Institute; DANB.