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Dental Hygienist jobs in Wilmington, NC
Dental Hygienists in the Wilmington area earn a median of $43.90 per hour, about $91,320 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.89 and $46.47. That ranks 127th of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 109th of 332 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Wilmington.
- $43.90median pay per hour, Wilmington
- $39–$46typical range per hour
- 480dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Hygienist pay in Wilmington, NC
The metro median is 2% above the North Carolina statewide median of $43.14 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 480 dental hygienists employed in the Wilmington metro area, 2.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.80).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.32 | $79,710 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $38.89 | $80,890 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $43.90 | $91,320 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.47 | $96,660 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.19 | $100,240 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Wilmington ranks
- 127th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 109th of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 13 North Carolina 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 Wilmington
- Overall prices in Wilmington run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $43.90 median hour buys what $45.53 buys at the national price level, in line with 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$1,580
- Per year: $79,020
- Per month: $6,585
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Wilmington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Dental Hygienist roles in North Carolina
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Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental · Concord, NC
$55.00–$60.00/ hour
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Dental health shortage areas in New Hanover County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include New Hanover County (2 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 25 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville, NC | 46 mi | $37.13/hr | 70,840 |
| Fayetteville, NC | 86 mi | $38.61/hr | 209,496 |
| Greenville, NC | 100 mi | $38.48/hr | 95,138 |
| Apex, NC | 119 mi | $46.56/hr | 75,977 |
| Raleigh, NC | 120 mi | $46.56/hr | 499,825 |
| Cary, NC | 121 mi | $46.56/hr | 182,659 |
Dental Hygienist jobs in North Carolina · Dental Hygienist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in North Carolina
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
North Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Wilmington
Wilmington city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do dental hygienists make in Wilmington, NC?
Dental Hygienists in the Wilmington metro area have a median pay of $43.90 per hour, about $91,320 a year. The middle half earn between $38.89 and $46.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wilmington a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
Wilmington ranks 109th of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 127th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Wilmington as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Wilmington in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include New Hanover 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 Wilmington?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- 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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2What they are offering now
Low$39Median$54.00High$65
345 Hygienist postings with published pay in the US, 190 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Hygienist roles
- Dental HygienistPermanent$53k–$69k/ year
- Dental Hygienist (RDH)Permanent$55.00–$60.00/ hour
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