Hourly Rate for Dental Hygienist Jobs
Updated: 29 Jan 2012
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| National Hourly Rate Data ( ?XAll compensation data shown are gross, national 10th to 90th percentile ranges. Pay can vary greatly by location. To view local data, take the PayScale survey. ) | $0 | $23 | $46 | $69 |
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| Hourly Rate | $16.85 - $41.15 |
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| Overtime | $15.59 - $68.67 |
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| National Annualized Data ( ?XAll compensation data shown are gross, national 10th to 90th percentile ranges. Pay can vary greatly by location. To view local data, take the PayScale survey. ) | $0 | $50K | $100K | $150K |
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| Bonus | $99.60 - $2,972 |
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| Profit Sharing | $507 - $7,061 |
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Total Pay (?XTotal Pay combines base annual salary or hourly wage, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job. It does not include equity (stock) compensation, cash value of retirement benefits, or the value of other non-cash benefits (e.g. healthcare). ) | $31,078 - $85,003 |
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Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 29 Jan 2012 | Individuals Reporting: 1,214 |
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Key Statistics for
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Female
95%
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5%
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| Hourly Rate: | $26.33 - $36.54 | |
$12.10 - $33.58
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Most Common Health Benefits
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Dental:
57% |
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Vision:
16% |
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31% |
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Career Path for
Dental Hygienist
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Dental Hygienist
Salary Range
$31,078 - $85,003
Dental Hygienist
Salary Range
$31,078 - $85,003
Salary Map for
Dental Hygienist
Jobs
Highest Hourly Rates By City for Dental Hygienist Jobs
Top Cities by Popularity for Dental Hygienist Jobs
Seattle, Washington (WA)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$43.78 - $53.80
#1 Highest Paying Location
Dallas, Texas (TX)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$39.26 - $45.79
#2 Highest Paying Location
Phoenix, Arizona (AZ)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$37.30 - $40.88
#3 Highest Paying Location
Woodbridge, Virginia (VA)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$29.50 - $42.50
#4 Highest Paying Location
Portland, Oregon (OR)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$30.00 - $40.00
#5 Highest Paying Location
Omaha, Nebraska (NE)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$32.77 - $34.86
#6 Highest Paying Location
Colorado Springs, Colorado (CO)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$20.00 - $40.25
#7 Highest Paying Location
Atlanta, Georgia (GA)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$14.50 - $38.71
#8 Highest Paying Location
Indianapolis, Indiana (IN)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$20.27 - $37.38
#9 Highest Paying Location
Austin, Texas (TX)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$25.00 - $38.00
#10 Highest Paying Location
New York, New York (NY)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$16.50 - $39.55
#11 Highest Paying Location
Denver, Colorado (CO)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$22.00 - $38.78
#12 Highest Paying Location
Columbus, Ohio (OH)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$30.00 - $37.50
#13 Highest Paying Location
Milwaukee, Wisconsin (WI)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$28.00 - $32.19
#14 Highest Paying Location
Houston, Texas (TX)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$25.00 - $34.00
#15 Highest Paying Location
York, Pennsylvania (PA)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$18.75 - $31.75
#16 Highest Paying Location
Tampa, Florida (FL)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$19.00 - $31.64
#17 Highest Paying Location
Orlando, Florida (FL)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$27.00 - $30.78
#18 Highest Paying Location
Cincinnati, Ohio (OH)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$19.65 - $32.53
#19 Highest Paying Location
San Antonio, Texas (TX)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$24.57 - $30.98
#20 Highest Paying Location
Atlanta, Georgia (GA)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$14.50 - $38.71
#1 Most Popular Location
Indianapolis, Indiana (IN)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$20.27 - $37.38
#2 Most Popular Location
New York, New York (NY)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$16.50 - $39.55
#3 Most Popular Location
Denver, Colorado (CO)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$22.00 - $38.78
#4 Most Popular Location
Charlotte, North Carolina (NC)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$20.35 - $32.43
#5 Most Popular Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (PA)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$23.40 - $29.49
#6 Most Popular Location
Portland, Oregon (OR)
Dental Hygienist
Hourly Rate Range:
$30.00 - $40.00
#7 Most Popular Location
FAQs on Salaries for
Dental Hygienist
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Dental Hygienist Salaries
For most people, going to the dentist is an unpleasant task, and some actively dread it. It is often a painful experience and it's hard to know what to expect in advance. Dental hygienists have a thorough knowledge of oral anatomy and a wide array of clinical skills, all of which are integral to the dental health process. They also have a secondary task which can be just as important. As the first person a patient encounters, a gentle and friendly dental hygienist can help a great deal when it comes to calming and reassuring a nervous patient. A skilled dental hygienist with a practiced hand and good people skills can make a world of difference when it comes to assuaging those dentist-visit fears. A dental hygienist career begins with formal education, whether a two-year degree or a longer program. Before embarking on a dental hygienist career, many students are curious about the salary range for dental hygienist positions. With PayScale's salary data, you can research dental hygienist salaries based on your unique criteria.
Dental Hygienist Salary Data
When it comes to dental hygienist salaries, New York offers some of the highest. This is shown on the Dental Hygienist Salary by City chart. Measure Dental Hygienist Salaries by State, however, and you'll find that overall, New York takes a backseat to California as the place with the highest average salary for a dental hygienist. Of course, salary depends on more than just location. One of the most interesting parts of a dental hygienist career is the many different places a dental hygienist's considerable talents are needed. Research Dental Hygienist Salaries by Industry to find out how periodontal offices, family dentists, and cosmetic dentistry stack up in the dental hygienist salary department. Whether you're an experienced hygienist or just starting out in the field, take a look at the chart measuring dental hygienist salaries by years of experience. You'll see how a Dental Hygenist's Starting Salary compares to salaries after five, 10 and even 20 years of experience.
Are you being paid what you deserve? As you research dental hygienist salaries, you may begin to wonder if it's time for a raise. If so, read the Ask Dr. Salary article, " Tips for Getting a Pay Raise: PayScale Salary Survey" for tips on how to ask for one. And to expand your dental salary research, find out how dental hygienist salaries compare to Dental Assistant Salary Ranges.
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I would like to tell my story. I have been greatly depressed, confused and in denial for the past month over my situation.
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First of all to be a certified Dental Hygienist, gives a person numerous of opportunities to raise awareness to the community and to inform patients of the importance of oral hygiene also to be able to prevent oral disease and bone. Most importantly to help lower the risk of oral cancer and informing patients of preventative alternatives.


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