Dental Hygienists Salary in Houston, TX
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX
Median annual salary
$103,050
+9.3% vs national
Median hourly
$49.55
10th percentile
$86,550
90th percentile
$110,560
Employed locally
3,900
National median
$94,260
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Houston economic context
Unemployment rate
4.40%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$80,458
2023 • Census ACS
Dental Hygienists salary vs area income
128%
Median Dental Hygienists salary is 28% above the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Dental Hygienists make per hour in Houston?
The median hourly wage for Dental Hygienists in Houston, TX is $49.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.21 or more per hour.
Is Houston above or below average for Dental Hygienists salaries?
The median Dental Hygienists salary in Houston, TX is 9.3% 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 Houston?
Entry-level Dental Hygienists (10th percentile) earn around $86,550 per year in Houston, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $95,320.