Dental Hygienists pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for dental hygienists is $41.71 an hour ($86,760 a year). About 1,740 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($98,100). Arkansas ranks 39th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.89 | $62,170 |
| 25% of workers | $39.72 | $82,620 |
| Half of workers (median) | $41.71 | $86,760 |
| 75% of workers | $45.00 | $93,600 |
| 90% of workers | $46.99 | $97,730 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $89,160 | 490 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $87,210 | 410 |
| Jonesboro | $86,650 | 80 |
| Fort Smith | $84,480 | 150 |
| Hot Springs | $82,970 | 70 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (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 Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $78,940 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $56,620 |
| Medical Assistants | $37,760 |
| Dental Assistants | $42,830 |
| Surgical Technologists | $57,400 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $73,870 |
| Dentists, General | $178,930 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $37,340 |
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