Dental Hygienist jobs in Bozeman, MT
Pay for dental hygienists in the Bozeman area centers on $48.76 per hour, or about $101,410 a year. The lower quarter earns under $47.59 and the upper quarter over $49.24. That ranks 51st of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 77th of 332 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Bozeman.
- $48.76median pay per hour, Bozeman
- $48–$49typical range per hour
- 140dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Hygienist pay in Bozeman, MT
The metro median is 7% above the Montana statewide median of $45.55 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 140 dental hygienists employed in the Bozeman metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.35).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $40.49 | $84,220 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $47.59 | $98,990 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Median | $48.76 | $101,410 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.24 | $102,420 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $49.38 | $102,710 | 9% above U.S. median |
How Bozeman ranks
- 51st of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 77th of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 Montana 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 Bozeman
- Overall prices in Bozeman run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 39% above the U.S. average (index 139.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.76 median hour buys what $47.57 buys at the national price level, 5% 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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- Per year: $87,768
- Per month: $7,314
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Dental Hygienist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billings, MT | 121 mi | $46.65/hr | 121,483 |
| Great Falls, MT | 126 mi | $43.17/hr | 60,013 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 159 mi | $39.44/hr | 69,523 |
| Missoula, MT | 164 mi | $46.00/hr | 78,204 |
| Pocatello, ID | 206 mi | $38.94/hr | 58,231 |
| Boise City, ID | 292 mi | $40.89/hr | 237,963 |
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License and tax basics in Montana
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana 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 Bozeman, MT?
Dental Hygienists in the Bozeman metro area have a median pay of $48.76 per hour, about $101,410 a year. The middle half earn between $47.59 and $49.24 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bozeman a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
Bozeman ranks 77th of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 51st of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a Montana license to work in Bozeman as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Montana requires for your role with the Montana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place dental hygienists in Bozeman?
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- 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
- BenevisVirginia Beach, VA · 5 postings$65.00/ hr$60–$70
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