Dental Hygienists pay in Milwaukee-Waukesha
In Milwaukee-Waukesha (WI), the median pay for dental hygienists is $47.49 an hour ($98,780 a year). About 1,360 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($98,100). It is 2% higher than the Wisconsin median ($96,540).
Pay range for dental hygienists in Milwaukee-Waukesha (WI)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $25.24 | $52,500 |
| 25% of workers | $40.18 | $83,570 |
| Half of workers (median) | $47.49 | $98,780 |
| 75% of workers | $50.98 | $106,040 |
| 90% of workers | $54.90 | $114,190 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Madison | $100,340 | 680 |
| Sheboygan | $98,940 | 110 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha (this page) | $98,780 | 1,360 |
| Kenosha | $96,620 | 100 |
| Appleton | $96,350 | 240 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $96,200 | 120 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $95,950 | 150 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $95,310 | 160 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $93,850 | 130 |
| Fond du Lac | $93,150 | 90 |
| Green Bay | $91,920 | 340 |
| Wausau | $87,470 | 150 |
| Eau Claire | $86,830 | 180 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Milwaukee-Waukesha (WI)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $97,360 |
| Medical Assistants | $49,590 |
| Dental Assistants | $47,140 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $65,410 |
| Pharmacists | $153,340 |
| Physical Therapists | $103,030 |
| Physician Assistants | $135,040 |
| Occupational Therapists | $94,020 |
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