Dental Hygienists pay in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the median pay for dental hygienists is $48.39 an hour ($100,640 a year). About 6,850 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($98,100). Massachusetts ranks 16th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in Massachusetts
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $44.96 | $93,510 |
| 25% of workers | $47.19 | $98,150 |
| Half of workers (median) | $48.39 | $100,640 |
| 75% of workers | $51.07 | $106,220 |
| 90% of workers | $56.43 | $117,380 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $101,990 | 5,150 |
| Barnstable Town | $101,820 | 190 |
| Worcester | $100,460 | 790 |
| Pittsfield | $97,980 | 100 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton | $97,940 | 130 |
| Springfield | $97,620 | 380 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Massachusetts
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $104,550 |
| Medical Assistants | $49,460 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $80,220 |
| Dental Assistants | $57,980 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $49,540 |
| Dentists, General | $181,600 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $49,750 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $102,170 |
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