Dental Hygienists pay in Connecticut
In Connecticut, the median pay for dental hygienists is $48.41 an hour ($100,690 a year). About 3,240 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($98,100). Connecticut ranks 15th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in Connecticut
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $41.92 | $87,190 |
| 25% of workers | $46.94 | $97,630 |
| Half of workers (median) | $48.41 | $100,690 |
| 75% of workers | $49.70 | $103,380 |
| 90% of workers | $50.97 | $106,020 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Connecticut metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $103,390 | 850 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $101,670 | 380 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $98,950 | 1,170 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $98,630 | 230 |
| New Haven | $98,170 | 470 |
Connecticut unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Connecticut
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $102,740 |
| Medical Assistants | $47,430 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $73,690 |
| Dental Assistants | $56,850 |
| Dentists, General | $160,440 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $50,950 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $85,230 |
| Surgical Technologists | $79,890 |
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