Dental Hygienists Salary (2025)
Based on 222,740 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $74,880 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $83,570 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $98,100 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $108,480 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $126,050 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$75K
25th
$84K
Median
$98K
75th
$108K
90th
$126K
Highest Paying States for Dental Hygienists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $131,530 |
| California | $128,110 |
| District of Columbia | $127,910 |
| Alaska | $122,560 |
| Oregon | $120,470 |
| Nevada | $114,360 |
| Colorado | $110,030 |
| Maryland | $109,090 |
| Virginia | $105,120 |
| New Jersey | $104,410 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Dental Hygienists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $131,530 per year, while New Jersey has an average of $104,410 — a difference of $27,120. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Dental Hygienists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 222,740 workers were employed as Dental Hygienistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $98,990 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-1292