PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Dental Hygienist
Dental Care Alliance · Chicopee, MA
$47.00–$48.00/ hour
Dental Hygienist jobs in Chicopee, MA
The median dental hygienist pay in the Chicopee area is $46.27 per hour ($96,250 a year), with the typical range running from $45.29 to $46.98. That ranks 86th of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 67th of 332 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Chicopee. The free report below lists employers near Chicopee and what they pay.
- $46.27median pay per hour, Springfield
- $45–$47typical range per hour
- 420dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 5% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $48.46 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 420 dental hygienists employed in the Springfield metro area, 2.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.49).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $40.18 | $83,570 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $45.29 | $94,200 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $46.27 | $96,250 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.98 | $97,720 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.57 | $98,950 | 5% above U.S. median |
How Chicopee ranks
- 86th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 67th of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 5 Massachusetts 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 Chicopee
- Overall prices in Springfield run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 24% below the U.S. average (index 75.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.27 median hour buys what $48.17 buys at the national price level, 6% 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.
Estimate your Chicopee paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,666
- Per year: $83,286
- Per month: $6,940
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Springfield metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Hampden County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hampden County (3 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.
Dental Hygienist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, MA | 5 mi | $46.27/hr | 154,888 |
| Hartford, CT | 29 mi | $46.01/hr | 122,129 |
| New Britain, CT | 36 mi | $46.28/hr | 75,871 |
| Worcester, MA | 40 mi | $48.18/hr | 211,286 |
| Waterbury, CT | 49 mi | $46.94/hr | 115,908 |
| Framingham, MA | 59 mi | $49.07/hr | 73,361 |
Dental Hygienist jobs in Massachusetts · Dental Hygienist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Massachusetts 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 Chicopee, MA?
Dental Hygienists in the Springfield metro area have a median pay of $46.27 per hour, about $96,250 a year. The middle half earn between $45.29 and $46.98 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Chicopee a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
Springfield ranks 67th of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 86th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental hygienists in Chicopee?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Chicopee. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Chicopee.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Chicopee as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Chicopee in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hampden 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 Chicopee?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Dental Care AllianceWilbraham, MA · 6 postings$50.00/ hr$45–$58
- 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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Low$44Median$51.25High$63
10 Hygienist postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 9 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Registered Dental HygienistPermanent$47.00–$65.00/ hour
- Dental Hygienist (RDH)Permanent$43.00–$67.00/ hour
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