Dental Hygienists pay in Oregon
In Oregon, the median pay for dental hygienists is $58.69 an hour ($122,080 a year). About 3,600 people work in this job there.
That is 24% higher than the U.S. median ($98,100). Oregon ranks 5th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in Oregon
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $50.26 | $104,530 |
| 25% of workers | $52.71 | $109,640 |
| Half of workers (median) | $58.69 | $122,080 |
| 75% of workers | $60.80 | $126,460 |
| 90% of workers | $64.48 | $134,120 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $123,100 | 2,380 |
| Bend | $119,650 | 230 |
| Salem | $119,050 | 300 |
| Grants Pass | $116,210 | 60 |
| Corvallis | $114,450 | 70 |
| Albany | $111,380 | 80 |
| Medford | $110,200 | 210 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $106,600 | 340 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Oregon
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $129,010 |
| Medical Assistants | $50,410 |
| Dental Assistants | $59,490 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $80,470 |
| Dentists, General | $211,690 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $100,560 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $55,810 |
| Surgical Technologists | $81,390 |
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