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Registered Dental Hygienist
PDS Health · Reno, NV
$47.00–$65.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist jobs in Reno, NV
The median dental hygienist pay in the Reno area is $51.65 per hour ($107,420 a year), with the typical range running from $50.04 to $55.14. That ranks 34th of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 34th of 332 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Reno. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Reno.
- $51.65median pay per hour, Reno
- $50–$55typical range per hour
- 500dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 4% above the Nevada statewide median of $49.60 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 500 dental hygienists employed in the Reno 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% | $47.34 | $98,470 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $50.04 | $104,080 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Median | $51.65 | $107,420 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $55.14 | $114,690 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $55.14 | $114,690 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Reno ranks
- 34th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 34th of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Nevada 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 Reno
- Overall prices in Reno run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $51.65 median hour buys what $51.13 buys at the national price level, 13% 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.
Estimate your Reno paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,859
- Per year: $92,970
- Per month: $7,748
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Reno metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Washoe County
HRSA lists 5 active dental health shortage designations that include Washoe County (5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sparks, NV | 7 mi | $51.65/hr | 111,520 |
| Carson City, NV | 28 mi | $51.03/hr | 58,148 |
| Lincoln, CA | 90 mi | $58.32/hr | 56,268 |
| Rocklin, CA | 91 mi | $58.32/hr | 75,129 |
| Folsom, CA | 92 mi | $58.32/hr | 88,091 |
| Roseville, CA | 95 mi | $58.32/hr | 163,304 |
Dental Hygienist jobs in Nevada · Dental Hygienist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nevada
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do dental hygienists make in Reno, NV?
Dental Hygienists in the Reno metro area have a median pay of $51.65 per hour, about $107,420 a year. The middle half earn between $50.04 and $55.14 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Reno a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
Reno ranks 34th of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 34th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental hygienists in Reno?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Reno. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Reno.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Reno as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Reno in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active dental health shortage designations that include Washoe 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 Reno?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- PDS HealthLas Vegas, NV · 5 postings$64.50/ hr$47–$75
- 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$47Median$64.50High$75
5 Hygienist postings with published pay in Nevada, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 Hygienist roles
- Registered Dental HygienistPermanent$54.00–$75.00/ hour
- Temporary Registered Dental HygienistPermanent$54.00–$75.00/ hour
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