Dental Hygienists pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for dental hygienists is $40.69 an hour ($84,640 a year). About 4,570 people work in this job there.
That is 14% lower than the U.S. median ($98,100). Tennessee ranks 42nd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.63 | $76,190 |
| 25% of workers | $38.64 | $80,380 |
| Half of workers (median) | $40.69 | $84,640 |
| 75% of workers | $45.31 | $94,240 |
| 90% of workers | $47.26 | $98,300 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $94,030 | 1,490 |
| Knoxville | $84,640 | 590 |
| Chattanooga | $83,460 | 460 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $82,870 | 210 |
| Jackson | $82,750 | 110 |
| Clarksville | $81,260 | 200 |
| Morristown | $81,040 | 70 |
| Johnson City | $80,070 | 140 |
| Cleveland | $79,880 | 90 |
| Memphis | $78,580 | 650 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,500 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $58,870 |
| Medical Assistants | $39,570 |
| Dental Assistants | $46,720 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $72,140 |
| Surgical Technologists | $60,530 |
| Dentists, General | $215,290 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $38,890 |
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