Dental Hygienists pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for dental hygienists is $40.39 an hour ($84,010 a year). About 2,440 people work in this job there.
That is 14% lower than the U.S. median ($98,100). Iowa ranks 44th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.65 | $78,320 |
| 25% of workers | $38.92 | $80,950 |
| Half of workers (median) | $40.39 | $84,010 |
| 75% of workers | $45.14 | $93,880 |
| 90% of workers | $46.06 | $95,810 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $93,660 | 750 |
| Iowa City | $92,020 | 120 |
| Ames | $89,130 | 80 |
| Sioux City | $83,920 | 120 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $82,500 | 130 |
| Cedar Rapids | $82,270 | 200 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $82,000 | 280 |
| Dubuque | $81,410 | 110 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Iowa
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $78,630 |
| Medical Assistants | $45,480 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $62,630 |
| Dental Assistants | $48,430 |
| Dentists, General | $181,520 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $45,560 |
| Surgical Technologists | $60,540 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $74,760 |
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