Dental Hygienists pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for dental hygienists is $59.18 an hour ($123,100 a year). About 2,380 people work in this job there.
That is 25% higher than the U.S. median ($98,100). It is about the same as the Oregon median ($122,080).
Pay range for dental hygienists in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $51.76 | $107,650 |
| 25% of workers | $58.56 | $121,800 |
| Half of workers (median) | $59.18 | $123,100 |
| 75% of workers | $61.71 | $128,350 |
| 90% of workers | $70.90 | $147,470 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $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 Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $130,310 |
| Medical Assistants | $56,240 |
| Dental Assistants | $59,890 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $83,510 |
| Pharmacists | $168,830 |
| Physical Therapists | $106,250 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $107,650 |
| Physician Assistants | $163,810 |
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