Dental Hygienists Salary in Northeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $94,500 +0.3% vs national
Median hourly $45.43
10th percentile $64,220
90th percentile $102,490
Employed locally 70
National median $94,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $64,220
    25th
    $78,710
    50th (median)
    $94,500
    75th
    $99,380
    90th
    $102,490

    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 Northeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$86,270
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$56,350
    Emergency Medical Technicians$45,830
    Pharmacy Technicians$47,820
    Veterinary Technologists and Technicians$47,760
    Psychiatric Technicians$37,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dental Hygienists make per hour in Northeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Dental Hygienists in Northeast Minnesota is $45.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.05 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Minnesota above or below average for Dental Hygienists salaries?

    The median Dental Hygienists salary in Northeast Minnesota is 0.3% 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 Northeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Dental Hygienists (10th percentile) earn around $64,220 per year in Northeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,710.