Dental Hygienists pay in Michigan
In Michigan, the median pay for dental hygienists is $40.28 an hour ($83,790 a year). About 8,640 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($98,100). Michigan ranks 45th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in Michigan
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.13 | $77,230 |
| 25% of workers | $38.30 | $79,670 |
| Half of workers (median) | $40.28 | $83,790 |
| 75% of workers | $44.86 | $93,310 |
| 90% of workers | $46.62 | $96,970 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Michigan metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor | $91,900 | 360 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $90,710 | 450 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $84,480 | 3,780 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $84,290 | 1,160 |
| Midland | $82,160 | 110 |
| Traverse City | $81,570 | 190 |
| Flint | $81,500 | 440 |
| Niles | $80,020 | 100 |
| Bay City | $79,920 | 90 |
| Battle Creek | $79,700 | 80 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage | $79,670 | 250 |
| Muskegon-Norton Shores | $79,660 | 90 |
| Saginaw | $79,400 | 160 |
| Jackson | $78,990 | 110 |
| Monroe | $78,660 | 60 |
Michigan unemployment rate: 5% (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 Michigan
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $94,300 |
| Medical Assistants | $39,870 |
| Dental Assistants | $48,820 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $65,460 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $79,850 |
| Surgical Technologists | $63,320 |
| Dentists, General | $169,930 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $49,710 |
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