Dental Hygienists pay in Minnesota
In Minnesota, the median pay for dental hygienists is $49.99 an hour ($103,970 a year). About 4,110 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($98,100). Minnesota ranks 11th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in Minnesota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $39.48 | $82,110 |
| 25% of workers | $47.62 | $99,040 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.99 | $103,970 |
| 75% of workers | $55.94 | $116,350 |
| 90% of workers | $57.82 | $120,270 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $112,630 | 2,590 |
| Rochester | $103,440 | 180 |
| St. Cloud | $100,480 | 220 |
| Mankato | $100,260 | 80 |
| Duluth | $98,600 | 220 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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 Minnesota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $101,510 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $63,750 |
| Medical Assistants | $50,480 |
| Dental Assistants | $65,270 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $57,270 |
| Dentists, General | $219,200 |
| Surgical Technologists | $80,210 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $98,710 |
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