Dental Hygienist jobs in Bellevue, NE
Pay for dental hygienists in the Bellevue area centers on $40.96 per hour, or about $85,190 a year. The lower quarter earns under $39.17 and the upper quarter over $44.39. That ranks 158th of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 142nd of 332 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bellevue.
- $40.96median pay per hour, Omaha
- $39–$44typical range per hour
- 590dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Hygienist pay in Bellevue, NE
The metro median is 1% above the Nebraska statewide median of $40.58 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 590 dental hygienists employed in the Omaha metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.84).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $26.22 | $54,540 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.17 | $81,470 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $40.96 | $85,190 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.39 | $92,330 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.88 | $99,590 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Bellevue ranks
- 158th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 142nd of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Nebraska 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 Bellevue
- Overall prices in Omaha run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.96 median hour buys what $44.56 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
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- Per year: $73,728
- Per month: $6,144
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Omaha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental Hygienist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council Bluffs, IA | 8 mi | $40.96/hr | 62,665 |
| Omaha, NE | 10 mi | $40.96/hr | 489,265 |
| Lincoln, NE | 45 mi | $41.06/hr | 300,619 |
| Sioux City, IA | 96 mi | $38.71/hr | 86,875 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 112 mi | $40.00/hr | 71,098 |
| West Des Moines, IA | 115 mi | $44.67/hr | 73,664 |
Dental Hygienist jobs in Nebraska · Dental Hygienist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nebraska
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska 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 Bellevue, NE?
Dental Hygienists in the Omaha metro area have a median pay of $40.96 per hour, about $85,190 a year. The middle half earn between $39.17 and $44.39 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bellevue a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
Omaha ranks 142nd of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 158th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Nebraska license to work in Bellevue as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska 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 Bellevue?
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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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