Dental Hygienists pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for dental hygienists is $49.29 an hour ($102,520 a year). About 3,240 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($98,100). It is about the same as the Arizona median ($101,010).
Pay range for dental hygienists in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $46.16 | $96,010 |
| 25% of workers | $47.79 | $99,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.29 | $102,520 |
| 75% of workers | $51.87 | $107,880 |
| 90% of workers | $58.61 | $121,910 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $102,790 | 250 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $102,520 | 3,240 |
| Flagstaff | $101,220 | 90 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $98,050 | 190 |
| Yuma | $96,850 | 60 |
| Tucson | $96,740 | 490 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $91,420 | 40 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for dental hygienists
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +8% over ten years, much faster than average · about 15,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $100,830 |
| Medical Assistants | $46,830 |
| Dental Assistants | $49,760 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $78,080 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $46,390 |
| Dentists, General | $194,180 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $79,760 |
| Surgical Technologists | $78,050 |
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