CO · Aurora · Updated October 15, 2026

Dental Hygienist jobs in Aurora, CO

1 open role with published pay is listed for Aurora. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Aurora.

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What your pay buys in Aurora

  • Overall prices in Denver-Aurora-Centennial run 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.8, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 47% above the U.S. average (index 146.9).

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.

Dental health shortage areas in Arapahoe County

HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Arapahoe County (1 population-group). The highest-scoring one rates 13 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.

Dental Hygienist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Denver, CO9 mi—729,019
Centennial, CO11 mi—108,853

Dental Hygienist jobs in Colorado · Dental Hygienist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Colorado

Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Colorado requires for your role with the Colorado licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Colorado taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

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Other healthcare roles in Aurora

Aurora city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

Who is hiring dental hygienists in Aurora?

We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Aurora. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Aurora.

Do I need a Colorado license to work in Aurora as a dental hygienist?

Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Colorado requires for your role with the Colorado licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Is Aurora in a shortage area?

HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Arapahoe County. 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 Aurora?

Yes. We place healthcare staff in Aurora and across Colorado. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Aurora.

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Pay report · Hygienist near Aurora, CO
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Your Hygienist pay reportTop-paying employers shown · your Colorado list by name comes with the full report

1Pay for your role at other employers

  • PDS HealthCastle Rock, CO · 12 postings$64.75/ hr$47–$82
  • Denver HealthDenver, CO · 9 postings$56.80/ hr$38–$62
  • PDS HealthEverett, WA · 3 postings$77.50/ hr$70–$85
  • PDS HealthPortland, OR · 3 postings$69.00/ hr$58–$80

Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Colorado list

2What they are offering now

Low$50Median$56.80High$76

21 Hygienist postings with published pay in Colorado, 20 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 21 Hygienist roles

  1. Registered Dental HygienistPermanent
    $54.00–$75.00/ hour
    PDS Health · Castle Rock, CO · posted yesterday
  2. Registered Dental HygienistPermanent
    $54.00–$75.00/ hour
    PDS Health · Greenwood Village, CO · posted 3 days ago

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