Dental Hygienists pay in West Virginia
In West Virginia, the median pay for dental hygienists is $35.50 an hour ($73,840 a year). About 1,250 people work in this job there.
That is 25% lower than the U.S. median ($98,100). West Virginia ranks 48th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in West Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.82 | $59,950 |
| 25% of workers | $30.49 | $63,420 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.50 | $73,840 |
| 75% of workers | $36.67 | $76,260 |
| 90% of workers | $40.11 | $83,430 |
Dental Hygienists pay in West Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Weirton-Steubenville | $75,240 | 50 |
| Parkersburg-Vienna | $74,190 | 70 |
| Morgantown | $73,840 | 120 |
| Huntington-Ashland | $73,470 | 180 |
| Wheeling | $72,540 | 110 |
| Charleston | $65,520 | 260 |
| Beckley | $64,730 | 100 |
West Virginia unemployment rate: 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 West Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $80,130 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $55,360 |
| Medical Assistants | $37,180 |
| Dental Assistants | $37,960 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $68,670 |
| Surgical Technologists | $49,110 |
| Pharmacists | $133,430 |
| Physical Therapists | $96,600 |
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