Dental Hygienists Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $102,020 +8.2% vs national
Median hourly $49.05
10th percentile $75,000
90th percentile $127,970
Employed locally 230
National median $94,260

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $75,000
    25th
    $99,210
    50th (median)
    $102,020
    75th
    $126,460
    90th
    $127,970

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $89,650
    Physical Therapists $95,640
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,590
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians $44,380
    Nurse Practitioners $125,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Dental Hygienists make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Dental Hygienists in Southwest Colorado is $49.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.13 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Dental Hygienists salaries?

    The median Dental Hygienists salary in Southwest Colorado is 8.2% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Dental Hygienists (10th percentile) earn around $75,000 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $99,210.