verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Dental Hygienist Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$131,160/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$63.06/hr
▲ 34% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
6,330
public U.S. Median
$98,100
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$122,565 #3 of 50

Dental Hygienist pay in Washington, explained

Dental hygienists in Washington earn a median of $131,160 per year ($63.06 per hour), which is 34% above the national median of $98,100. Entry-level workers earn around $107,090, while the most experienced dental hygienists reach about $162,050. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $131,160 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $131,160 is worth about $122,565 in national buying power — ranking Washington #3 for real pay (vs #3 on the sticker number).

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Dental Hygienist pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$107,090
$51.49/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$131,160
$63.06/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$162,050
$77.91/hr

Dental Hygienist pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WA
Washington (here) $131,160 $122,565
Oregon $122,080 $118,110 +$9,080
Idaho $94,650 $99,116 +$36,510

Dental Hygienist in Washington: FAQ

How much do dental hygienists make in Washington?

Dental hygienists in Washington earn a median of $131,160 per year ($63.06 per hour), compared with $98,100 nationally.

Does Washington pay dental hygienists well?

At $131,160, Washington pays 34% above the national median for dental hygienists. An estimated 6,330 work in the state.

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