PermanentPosted 18 days ago
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · Clarksville, IN
$49.00–$53.00/ hour
Dental Hygienist jobs in Columbus, IN
The median dental hygienist pay in the Columbus area is $39.90 per hour ($82,990 a year), with the typical range running from $36.67 to $44.92. That ranks 193rd of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 191st of 332 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Columbus.
- $39.90median pay per hour, Columbus
- $37–$45typical range per hour
- 90dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Hygienist pay in Columbus, IN
The metro median is 8% below the Indiana statewide median of $43.41 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 90 dental hygienists employed in the Columbus metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.21).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.30 | $52,620 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $36.67 | $76,270 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $39.90 | $82,990 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.92 | $93,430 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.12 | $93,850 | in line with U.S. median |
How Columbus ranks
- 193rd of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 191st of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 11 Indiana metro areas
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 Columbus
- Overall prices in Columbus run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 25% below the U.S. average (index 75.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.90 median hour buys what $42.90 buys at the national price level, 5% below 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,436
- Per year: $71,820
- Per month: $5,985
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbus metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Dental Hygienist roles in Indiana
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PermanentPosted 21 days ago
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · Indianapolis, IN
$55.00–$60.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · Valparaiso, IN
$50.00–$52.00/ hour
PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · Angola, IN
$41.00–$46.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · Richmond, IN
$50.00–$55.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Benevis · Ft. Wayne, IN
$47.00–$57.00/ hour
Dental Hygienist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood, IN | 29 mi | $44.61/hr | 68,175 |
| Bloomington, IN | 33 mi | $42.53/hr | 79,986 |
| Indianapolis, IN | 41 mi | $44.61/hr | 891,484 |
| Fishers, IN | 52 mi | $44.61/hr | 103,986 |
| Carmel, IN | 54 mi | $44.61/hr | 103,606 |
| Noblesville, IN | 57 mi | $44.61/hr | 75,239 |
Dental Hygienist jobs in Indiana · Dental Hygienist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do dental hygienists make in Columbus, IN?
Dental Hygienists in the Columbus metro area have a median pay of $39.90 per hour, about $82,990 a year. The middle half earn between $36.67 and $44.92 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbus a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
Columbus ranks 191st of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 193rd of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Columbus as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalClarksville, IN · 5 postings$51.00/ hr$41–$60
- 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
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2What they are offering now
Low$46Median$51.50High$58
6 Hygienist postings with published pay in Indiana, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 Hygienist roles
- Dental Hygienist (RDH)Permanent$49.00–$53.00/ hour
- Dental Hygienist (RDH)Permanent$55.00–$60.00/ hour
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