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Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · Bridgeton, MO
$104k–$114k/ year
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Dental Hygienist jobs in Florissant, MO
Dental Hygienists in the Florissant area earn a median of $41.67 per hour, about $86,660 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $39.45 and $48.73. That ranks 148th of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 161st of 332 once local prices are factored in. 5 open roles with published pay are listed for Florissant and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Florissant.
- $41.67median pay per hour, St. Louis
- $39–$49typical range per hour
- 1,550dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 5open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · St. Louis, MO
$55.00–$60.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · Festus, MO
$50.00–$55.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist
Smile Brands · Shrewsbury, MO
$58.00–$60.00/ hour
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 4 | $55 |
| Smile Brands | 1 | $59 |
Dental Hygienist pay in Florissant, MO
The metro median is 4% above the Missouri statewide median of $40.03 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 1,550 dental hygienists employed in the St. Louis metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.82).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.65 | $78,310 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.45 | $82,060 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $41.67 | $86,660 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.73 | $101,360 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.85 | $103,690 | 10% above U.S. median |
How Florissant ranks
- 148th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 161st of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 8 Missouri 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 Florissant
- Overall prices in St. Louis run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $41.67 median hour buys what $43.82 buys at the national price level, 3% 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.
Estimate your Florissant paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,500
- Per year: $75,006
- Per month: $6,250
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Louis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in St. Louis County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include St. Louis County (1 geographic, 1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Charles, MO | 10 mi | $41.67/hr | 72,458 |
| St. Louis, MO | 12 mi | $41.67/hr | 279,695 |
| Springfield, IL | 78 mi | $37.79/hr | 112,949 |
| Decatur, IL | 104 mi | $37.63/hr | 68,763 |
| Columbia, MO | 108 mi | $42.50/hr | 130,900 |
| Bloomington, IL | 136 mi | $37.81/hr | 79,232 |
Dental Hygienist jobs in Missouri · Dental Hygienist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Florissant city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do dental hygienists make in Florissant, MO?
Dental Hygienists in the St. Louis metro area have a median pay of $41.67 per hour, about $86,660 a year. The middle half earn between $39.45 and $48.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Florissant a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
St. Louis ranks 161st of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 148th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental hygienists in Florissant?
We list 5 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the St. Louis area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Florissant.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Florissant as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Florissant in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include St. Louis 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 Florissant?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Florissant and across Missouri. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Florissant.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalBridgeton, MO · 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
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Missouri list
2What they are offering now
Low$50Median$57.50High$60
5 Hygienist postings with published pay in Missouri, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 Hygienist roles
- Dental Hygienist (RDH)Permanent$104k–$114k/ year
- Dental Hygienist (RDH) $12,000 Sign On Bonus!Permanent$55.00–$60.00/ hour
+ 3 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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