PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Licensed Dental Hygienist
PDS Health · Oak Park Heights, MN
$45.00–$70.00/ hour
Dental Hygienist jobs in Rochester, MN
The median dental hygienist pay in the Rochester area is $46.16 per hour ($96,020 a year), with the typical range running from $40.45 to $47.18. That ranks 90th of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 37th of 332 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Rochester.
- $46.16median pay per hour, Rochester
- $40–$47typical range per hour
- 220dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Hygienist pay in Rochester, MN
The metro median is 3% below the Minnesota statewide median of $47.58 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 220 dental hygienists employed in the Rochester metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.30).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.26 | $77,500 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.45 | $84,140 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.16 | $96,020 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $47.18 | $98,130 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.77 | $103,520 | 10% above U.S. median |
How Rochester ranks
- 90th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 37th of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 4 Minnesota 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 Rochester
- Overall prices in Rochester run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 78.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.16 median hour buys what $50.83 buys at the national price level, 12% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,662
- Per year: $83,088
- Per month: $6,924
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rochester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · Bemidji, MN
$72.00–$76.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist - Fridays
Aspen Dental · Bloomington, MN
$65.00–$70.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist
Smile Brands · Minneapolis, MN
$65.00–$67.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist
Smile Brands · St. Louis Park, MN
$58.00–$63.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist
Smile Brands · Farmington, MN
$50.00–$57.00/ hour
Dental health shortage areas in Olmsted County
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Olmsted County (4 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeville, MN | 60 mi | $48.35/hr | 77,971 |
| Apple Valley, MN | 62 mi | $48.35/hr | 55,272 |
| La Crosse, WI | 64 mi | $41.35/hr | 51,049 |
| Eagan, MN | 65 mi | $48.35/hr | 67,240 |
| Burnsville, MN | 65 mi | $48.35/hr | 64,864 |
| Woodbury, MN | 65 mi | $48.35/hr | 80,596 |
Dental Hygienist jobs in Minnesota · Dental Hygienist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Minnesota
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Minnesota 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 Rochester, MN?
Dental Hygienists in the Rochester metro area have a median pay of $46.16 per hour, about $96,020 a year. The middle half earn between $40.45 and $47.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rochester a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
Rochester ranks 37th of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 90th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Rochester as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Rochester in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Olmsted 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 Rochester?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalBemidji, MN · 2 postings$70.75/ hr$65–$76
- Smile BrandsMinneapolis, MN · 6 postings$56.25/ hr$50–$67
- PDS HealthEverett, WA · 3 postings$77.50/ hr$70–$85
- PDS HealthPortland, OR · 3 postings$69.00/ hr$58–$80
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Low$50Median$57.50High$70
9 Hygienist postings with published pay in Minnesota, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 9 Hygienist roles
- Licensed Dental HygienistPermanent$45.00–$70.00/ hour
- Dental Hygienist (RDH)Permanent$72.00–$76.00/ hour
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