Dental Hygienists Salary in Connecticut

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Connecticut nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $95,240 +1% vs national
Median hourly $45.79
10th percentile $81,590
90th percentile $104,780
Employed locally 140
National median $94,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $81,590
    25th
    $83,970
    50th (median)
    $95,240
    75th
    $98,470
    90th
    $104,780

    Top-paying metros for Dental Hygienists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $146,760
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $135,010
    Vallejo, CA $134,450
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $132,010
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $131,890
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $131,610

    Related occupations in Connecticut

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$96,980
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$67,890
    Emergency Medical Technicians$45,680
    Pharmacy Technicians$39,890
    Physical Therapists$101,820
    Veterinary Technologists and Technicians$47,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dental Hygienists make per hour in Connecticut?

    The median hourly wage for Dental Hygienists in Connecticut is $45.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.80 or more per hour.

    Is Connecticut above or below average for Dental Hygienists salaries?

    The median Dental Hygienists salary in Connecticut is 1% above the national median of $94,260. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Dental Hygienists in Connecticut?

    Entry-level Dental Hygienists (10th percentile) earn around $81,590 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $83,970.