PermanentPosted yesterday
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · Rochester, NH
$50.00–$55.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist jobs in Newton, MA
Pay for dental hygienists in the Newton area centers on $49.07 per hour, or about $102,060 a year. The lower quarter earns under $47.53 and the upper quarter over $50.76. That ranks 50th of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 114th of 332 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Newton and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Newton.
- $49.07median pay per hour, Boston
- $48–$51typical range per hour
- 5,080dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Roles in other cities of the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area.
PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Per-Diem Dental Hygienist
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$27.95–$40.70/ hour
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 1 | $52.50 |
| Mass General Brigham | 1 | $34.33 |
Dental Hygienist pay in Newton, MA
The metro median is 1% above the Massachusetts statewide median of $48.46 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 5,080 dental hygienists employed in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.32).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $46.55 | $96,820 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $47.53 | $98,860 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Median | $49.07 | $102,060 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.76 | $105,580 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.00 | $114,400 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Newton ranks
- 50th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 114th of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Newton
- Overall prices in Boston-Cambridge-Newton run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% above the U.S. average (index 148.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $49.07 median hour buys what $45.32 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Newton paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,767
- Per year: $88,326
- Per month: $7,360
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Middlesex County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Middlesex County (2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham, MA | 4 mi | $49.07/hr | 65,849 |
| Cambridge, MA | 6 mi | $49.07/hr | 121,186 |
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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.
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Common questions
How much do dental hygienists make in Newton, MA?
Dental Hygienists in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area have a median pay of $49.07 per hour, about $102,060 a year. The middle half earn between $47.53 and $50.76 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Newton a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton ranks 114th of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 50th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental hygienists in Newton?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Newton.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Newton 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 Newton in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Middlesex 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 Newton?
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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.
3Open now: 10 Hygienist roles
- Registered Dental HygienistPermanent$47.00–$65.00/ hour
- Dental Hygienist (RDH)Permanent$43.00–$67.00/ hour
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