Dental Hygienist jobs in the USA

Dental Hygienist pay in the USA

The median wage for Dental Hygienist jobs in the US is $47.16 per hour ($98,093 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $51.22/hour, from $28.00 to $71.50. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.

License and requirements

Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from the state where they work; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.

Agencies hiring for Dental Hygienist jobs

Dental Hygienist jobs by state

FAQ

How much does a Dental Hygienist make in the USA?

The median wage for Dental Hygienist jobs in the US is $47.16 per hour (about $98,093 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Dental Hygienist jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $51.22 per hour.

How many Dental Hygienist jobs are open in the USA?

20 Dental Hygienist jobs from 2 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.

What license do I need?

Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from the state where they work; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.