Launch your dental career with free online training. New York dental assistants earn $47,380+ annually. Study at your pace, pay only when you're ready to certify.
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Average Salary
$47,380/year
Job Growth
6 (2024-2034)
Dental Practices
12,500+
Population 65+
17.5
Training Cost
FREE
Empire State offers excellent opportunities for dental assistants with 12,500+ dental practices and a population where 17.5 are over 65.
New York dental assistants earn $47,380 annually on average, with experienced DAs earning $50,500 - $58,000.
6 projected job growth through 2034 as dental care demand increases across New York.
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New York requires dental assistants to be certified by the New York State Education Department. Certification requires completion of an approved program and passing the DANB CDA exam or equivalent. New York permits only Certified Dental Assistants (CDAs) to perform specified clinical functions.
New York requires dental assistants to complete a State Education Department-approved radiography course and pass the DANB Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) exam. Radiography certification is part of CDA certification requirements and must be renewed with continuing education.
Largest market, multiple dental schools
Affluent suburbs, premium wages
NYC suburbs, high demand
Western NY hub, UB dental school
State capital region
Eastman Dental connections, Western NY
New York offers diverse dental employment opportunities from DSO networks to academic institutions.
Employees: 500+
Facilities: 1 dental school
Location: 345 E 24th St, New York, NY 10010
Largest dental school in the US, located in Manhattan with extensive clinical programs.
View Careers →Employees: 300+
Facilities: 1 dental school
Location: 630 W 168th St, New York, NY 10032
Elite Ivy League dental school in Washington Heights.
View Careers →Employees: 200+
Facilities: 1 dental school
Location: Stony Brook, NY 11794
Long Island dental school serving diverse populations.
View Careers →Employees: 250+
Facilities: 1 dental school
Location: 3435 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214
Western New York dental school with comprehensive programs.
View Careers →Employees: 150+
Facilities: 1 dental school
Location: 19 Skyline Dr, Hawthorne, NY 10532
Newest NY dental school in Westchester County.
View Careers →Employees: 1,500+
Facilities: 80+ locations
Location: Multiple NY locations
National DSO with extensive New York presence.
View Careers →Employees: 100+
Facilities: 5 locations
Location: Buffalo area
Community health center serving Western New York.
View Careers →Employees: 18,000+
Facilities: 10,500+ practices
Location: Statewide
Massive private practice market from NYC to Buffalo.
View Careers →Michelle T.
Manhattan • NYU Dental
"Working at the nation's largest dental school is incredible. Endless learning opportunities!"
2024-11
David K.
White Plains • Private Practice
"Westchester practices serve discerning patients. Premium wages reflect premium expectations."
2024-10
Jennifer R.
Buffalo • UB Dental
"Western NY dental school offers great experience. Lower cost of living than NYC!"
2024-09
New York dental assistants earn an average of $47,380 annually ($22.78/hour). Entry-level positions start at $38,000-$43,000, while experienced DAs earn $50,500-$58,000. Westchester suburbs pay highest at $49,000-$59,000. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
Yes, New York requires dental assistants to be certified through the State Education Department. Certification requires completion of an approved program and passing the DANB CDA exam or equivalent. Only CDAs can perform specified clinical functions.
EHired's free online program can be completed in 4-8 weeks. New York certification requires program completion plus DANB CDA exam passage. The complete process typically takes 3-4 months given NY's more rigorous certification requirements.
Excellent outlook with 6% projected growth through 2034. New York's 19.5 million population, 12,500+ dental practices, and five dental schools create massive employment opportunities. NYC metro alone employs thousands of dental assistants.
Yes! EHired's training is completely free. You pay for New York State certification fees and DANB CDA exam ($500+). NY has stricter certification requirements than many states, but this ensures professional recognition.
Westchester/Rockland counties lead with $49,000-$59,000 serving affluent NYC suburbs. Long Island offers $48,000-$58,000 in Nassau and Suffolk counties. Manhattan practices pay $46,000-$56,000 with premium for specialized practices.
New York offers: (1) Five dental schools creating extensive academic employment, (2) Largest dental market in the US, (3) Strict CDA certification ensuring professional standards, (4) Diverse patient populations, (5) Multiple metros with distinct markets (NYC, Buffalo, Albany).
Each state has different requirements, so direct reciprocity isn't automatic. However, DANB CDA certification is nationally recognized. NY's rigorous certification often facilitates credentialing in neighboring states. Verify current requirements with NJ and CT boards.
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Enroll Free Today — No Credit Card RequiredNew York's dental workforce serves approximately 19.5 million residents through an estimated 12,500+ dental practices—the largest dental market in the United States. New York City dominates employment, with significant markets in Long Island, Westchester, Buffalo, and Albany.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports New York employed approximately 28,500 dental assistants in May 2024, earning a median annual wage of $47,380. Wages vary significantly by region, with NYC suburbs commanding premiums over upstate markets.
New York hosts five dental schools—NYU (nation's largest), Columbia, Stony Brook, University at Buffalo, and Touro. This unprecedented concentration creates extensive academic employment opportunities and shapes dental workforce development across the state.
New York's Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) requirement represents stricter regulation than many states. This ensures professional standards and creates clearly defined scope of practice for dental assistants working in New York facilities.
New York City's diverse population—including significant immigrant communities from every continent—creates opportunities for dental assistants with language skills and cultural competency. Practices often seek multilingual staff to serve their communities.
Upstate New York (Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Albany) offers lower cost of living than NYC while maintaining solid wages. Western New York's University at Buffalo dental school creates academic opportunities outside the NYC metro area.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023; BLS OEWS May 2024; ADA Health Policy Institute; DANB.