Dental Hygienists pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for dental hygienists is $37.90 an hour ($78,830 a year). About 2,070 people work in this job there.
That is 20% lower than the U.S. median ($98,100). Kentucky ranks 47th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.46 | $61,280 |
| 25% of workers | $32.64 | $67,880 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.90 | $78,830 |
| 75% of workers | $44.14 | $91,800 |
| 90% of workers | $47.48 | $98,770 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $81,390 | 780 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $80,110 | 410 |
| Paducah | $79,610 | 90 |
| Bowling Green | $75,690 | 120 |
| Owensboro | $75,490 | 80 |
| Elizabethtown | $64,620 | 70 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,040 |
| Medical Assistants | $39,270 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $60,460 |
| Dental Assistants | $47,730 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $72,750 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $39,590 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $38,990 |
| Surgical Technologists | $60,490 |
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