PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · Marrero, LA
$55.00–$60.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist jobs in New Orleans, LA
Pay for dental hygienists in the New Orleans area centers on $40.11 per hour, or about $83,420 a year. The lower quarter earns under $21.25 and the upper quarter over $41.61. That ranks 181st of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 179th of 332 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near New Orleans.
- $40.11median pay per hour, New Orleans
- $21–$42typical range per hour
- 720dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Hygienist pay in New Orleans, LA
The metro median is 3% above the Louisiana statewide median of $38.90 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 720 dental hygienists employed in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.25 | $44,200 | 53% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.25 | $44,200 | 53% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.11 | $83,420 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $41.61 | $86,550 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.71 | $101,320 | 7% above U.S. median |
How New Orleans ranks
- 181st of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 179th of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 8 Louisiana 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 New Orleans
- Overall prices in New Orleans-Metairie run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.11 median hour buys what $43.32 buys at the national price level, 4% 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$1,444
- Per year: $72,198
- Per month: $6,016
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Orleans-Metairie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Dental Hygienist roles in Louisiana
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in New Orleans as they open.
PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · Lafayette, LA
$55.00–$60.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist (RDH)
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$50.00–$55.00/ hour
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Dental health shortage areas in Orleans Parish
HRSA lists 8 active dental health shortage designations that include Orleans Parish (1 population-group, 7 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 25 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
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenner, LA | 19 mi | $40.11/hr | 64,650 |
| Gulfport, MS | 58 mi | $32.83/hr | 74,621 |
| Mobile, AL | 117 mi | $28.77/hr | 201,367 |
| Jackson, MS | 157 mi | $37.70/hr | 141,449 |
| Pensacola, FL | 166 mi | $38.36/hr | 53,898 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 196 mi | $38.81/hr | 81,157 |
Dental Hygienist jobs in Louisiana · Dental Hygienist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Louisiana
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Louisiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in New Orleans
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Common questions
How much do dental hygienists make in New Orleans, LA?
Dental Hygienists in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area have a median pay of $40.11 per hour, about $83,420 a year. The middle half earn between $21.25 and $41.61 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Orleans a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
New Orleans-Metairie ranks 179th of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 181st of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in New Orleans as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is New Orleans in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 8 active dental health shortage designations that include Orleans Parish. 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 New Orleans?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalMarrero, LA · 4 postings$55.00/ hr$50–$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$50Median$52.50High$60
5 Hygienist postings with published pay in Louisiana, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Dental Hygienist (RDH)Permanent$55.00–$60.00/ hour
- Dental Hygienist (RDH)Permanent$55.00–$60.00/ hour
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