Dental Hygienists pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for dental hygienists is $63.06 an hour ($131,160 a year). About 6,330 people work in this job there.
That is 34% higher than the U.S. median ($98,100). Washington ranks 3rd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $51.49 | $107,090 |
| 25% of workers | $58.65 | $122,000 |
| Half of workers (median) | $63.06 | $131,160 |
| 75% of workers | $64.75 | $134,670 |
| 90% of workers | $77.91 | $162,050 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $133,740 | 3,500 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $131,040 | 190 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $127,470 | 130 |
| Bellingham | $124,850 | 150 |
| Longview-Kelso | $123,020 | 100 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $122,950 | 220 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $122,480 | 270 |
| Yakima | $120,690 | 160 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $118,820 | 110 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $116,690 | 500 |
| Walla Walla | $106,680 | 50 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $124,200 |
| Medical Assistants | $59,290 |
| Dental Assistants | $58,090 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $83,150 |
| Dentists, General | $169,730 |
| Surgical Technologists | $77,270 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $59,740 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $101,130 |
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