Dental Hygienist jobs in Anchorage, AK
Dental Hygienists in the Anchorage area earn a median of $62.39 per hour, about $129,780 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $40.77 and $63.61. That ranks 7th of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 2nd of 332 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Anchorage.
- $62.39median pay per hour, Anchorage
- $41–$64typical range per hour
- 460dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 105cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Hygienist pay in Anchorage, AK
The metro median is in line with the Alaska statewide median of $62.39 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 460 dental hygienists employed in the Anchorage metro area, 2.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.84).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $28.04 | $58,320 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.77 | $84,800 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $62.39 | $129,780 | 38% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $63.61 | $132,310 | 40% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $64.79 | $134,760 | 43% above U.S. median |
How Anchorage ranks
- 7th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 2nd of 332 after adjusting for local prices
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Dental Hygienists (SOC 29-1292), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Anchorage
- Overall prices in Anchorage run 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% above the U.S. average (index 109.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $62.39 median hour buys what $59.18 buys at the national price level, 31% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $112,302
- Per month: $9,358
- Alaska has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Anchorage metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Anchorage Municipality
HRSA lists 19 active dental health shortage designations that include Anchorage Municipality (1 population-group, 18 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 on a 0 to 26 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for dentists, hygienists and dental assistants is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
License and tax basics in Alaska
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alaska requires for your role with the Alaska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Alaska does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Anchorage
Anchorage city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do dental hygienists make in Anchorage, AK?
Dental Hygienists in the Anchorage metro area have a median pay of $62.39 per hour, about $129,780 a year. The middle half earn between $40.77 and $63.61 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Anchorage a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
Anchorage ranks 2nd of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 7th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a Alaska license to work in Anchorage as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alaska requires for your role with the Alaska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Anchorage in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 19 active dental health shortage designations that include Anchorage Municipality. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
Does Valorem Health place dental hygienists in Anchorage?
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- PDS HealthEverett, WA · 3 postings$77.50/ hr$70–$85
- PDS HealthPortland, OR · 3 postings$69.00/ hr$58–$80
- Smile BrandsBonney Lake, WA · 11 postings$68.50/ hr$52–$72
- BenevisVirginia Beach, VA · 5 postings$65.00/ hr$60–$70
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