CT · New Britain · Updated October 15, 2026

Dental Hygienist jobs in New Britain, CT

The median dental hygienist pay in Connecticut is $46.28 per hour ($96,270 a year), with the typical range running from $45.74 to $47.33. That is 2% above the U.S. median of $45.32 per hour. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for New Britain. The free report below lists employers near New Britain and what they pay.

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Dental Hygienist pay in New Britain, CT

Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 3,320 dental hygienists employed in Connecticut.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$40.57$84,39010% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$45.74$95,1401% above U.S. median
Median$46.28$96,2702% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$47.33$98,4504% above U.S. median
Top 10%$51.03$106,14013% above U.S. median

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.

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Estimated weekly gross$1,666
  • Per year: $83,304
  • Per month: $6,942

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Connecticut. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Dental Hygienist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Hartford, CT8 mi$46.01/hr122,129
Waterbury, CT15 mi$46.94/hr115,908
New Haven, CT26 mi$45.87/hr137,562
Springfield, MA33 mi$46.27/hr154,888
Chicopee, MA36 mi$46.27/hr55,381
Bridgeport, CT40 mi$47.29/hr151,599

Dental Hygienist jobs in Connecticut · Dental Hygienist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Connecticut

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

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

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Common questions

How much do dental hygienists make in New Britain, CT?

Dental Hygienists in Connecticut have a median pay of $46.28 per hour, about $96,270 a year. The middle half earn between $45.74 and $47.33 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Who is hiring dental hygienists in New Britain?

We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in New Britain. Your free report adds named employers and pay near New Britain.

Do I need a Connecticut license to work in New Britain as a dental hygienist?

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

Does Valorem Health place dental hygienists in New Britain?

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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • BenevisNew Britain, CT · 5 postings$57.50/ hr$43–$73
  • 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

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

2What they are offering now

Low$44Median$57.50High$72

5 Hygienist postings with published pay in Connecticut, 0 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 5 Hygienist roles

  1. Dental Hygienist (RDH) TravelingPermanent
    $45.00–$70.00/ hour
    Benevis · New Britain, CT · posted 30+ days ago
  2. Dental Hygienist (RDH) Part-Time TravelingPermanent
    $45.00–$70.00/ hour
    Benevis · New Britain, CT · posted 30+ days ago

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