Dental Hygienists Salary in Maryland

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

Median annual salary $99,220 +5.3% vs national
Median hourly $47.70
10th percentile $63,010
90th percentile $114,400
Employed locally 160
National median $94,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,010
    25th
    $69,000
    50th (median)
    $99,220
    75th
    $102,320
    90th
    $114,400

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $88,510
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,560
    Pharmacy Technicians $45,380
    Nurse Practitioners $117,520
    Pharmacists $132,600
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,160

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dental Hygienists make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Dental Hygienists in Maryland is $47.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.31 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Dental Hygienists salaries?

    The median Dental Hygienists salary in Maryland is 5.3% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Dental Hygienists (10th percentile) earn around $63,010 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $69,000.