BC Dental Jobs

Dental Salaries in British Columbia

What do dental jobs pay in BC? These ranges come from the pay listed on real job postings on BC Dental Jobs over the past 12 months, for dental hygienist, dental assistant, receptionist and associate dentist positions. Last updated October 2026.

RoleTypical payListed rangePostings
Dental Hygienist$59/hr to $65/hr$54/hr to $75/hr16
Dental Assistant$31/hr to $38/hr$27/hr to $45/hr14
Dental Receptionist$26/hr to $35/hr$22/hr to $40/hr5
Associate Dentist$125,379/yr to $405,665/yr$100,758/yr to $411,331/yr4

How to read these numbers

“Typical pay” is the middle of the minimum and maximum pay listed across the postings for that role. “Listed range” is the lowest and highest pay listed on any of them. Roles are only shown once at least three postings list their pay. Actual pay depends on your experience, your location and the office, and many offices negotiate.

Common questions about dental pay in BC

How much do dental hygienist jobs pay in British Columbia?

Based on 16 BC Dental Jobs postings from the past 12 months that list pay, dental hygienist jobs in BC typically offer $59/hr to $65/hr, with listed pay ranging from $54/hr to $75/hr. Actual pay depends on experience, location and the office.

How much do dental assistant jobs pay in British Columbia?

Based on 14 BC Dental Jobs postings from the past 12 months that list pay, dental assistant jobs in BC typically offer $31/hr to $38/hr, with listed pay ranging from $27/hr to $45/hr. Actual pay depends on experience, location and the office.

How much do dental receptionist jobs pay in British Columbia?

Based on 5 BC Dental Jobs postings from the past 12 months that list pay, dental receptionist jobs in BC typically offer $26/hr to $35/hr, with listed pay ranging from $22/hr to $40/hr. Actual pay depends on experience, location and the office.

How much do associate dentist jobs pay in British Columbia?

Based on 4 BC Dental Jobs postings from the past 12 months that list pay, associate dentist jobs in BC typically offer $125,379/yr to $405,665/yr, with listed pay ranging from $100,758/yr to $411,331/yr. Actual pay depends on experience, location and the office.

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