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$48.00–$52.00/ hour
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Dental Hygienist jobs in Canton, OH
The median dental hygienist pay in the Canton area is $38.80 per hour ($80,710 a year), with the typical range running from $37.82 to $39.06. That ranks 246th of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 176th of 332 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Canton and what they pay.
- $38.80median pay per hour, Canton
- $38–$39typical range per hour
- 260dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Hygienist pay in Canton, OH
The metro median is 1% below the Ohio statewide median of $39.24 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 260 dental hygienists employed in the Canton-Massillon metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.11).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.58 | $76,090 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.82 | $78,670 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.80 | $80,710 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.06 | $81,240 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $39.19 | $81,520 | 14% below U.S. median |
How Canton ranks
- 246th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 176th of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 11 Ohio 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 Canton
- Overall prices in Canton-Massillon run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 58.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.80 median hour buys what $43.40 buys at the national price level, 4% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,397
- Per year: $69,840
- Per month: $5,820
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Canton-Massillon metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Dental health shortage areas in Stark County
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Stark County (1 population-group, 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron, OH | 20 mi | $39.38/hr | 189,664 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 28 mi | $39.38/hr | 50,979 |
| Youngstown, OH | 43 mi | $35.51/hr | 59,123 |
| Parma, OH | 44 mi | $38.86/hr | 79,350 |
| Cleveland, OH | 49 mi | $38.86/hr | 365,379 |
| Elyria, OH | 55 mi | $38.86/hr | 53,604 |
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License and tax basics in Ohio
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Canton, OH?
Dental Hygienists in the Canton-Massillon metro area have a median pay of $38.80 per hour, about $80,710 a year. The middle half earn between $37.82 and $39.06 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Canton a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
Canton-Massillon ranks 176th of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 246th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Canton as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Canton in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Stark County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Smile BrandsSandusky, OH · 2 postings$52.50/ hr$50–$55
- Aspen DentalCincinnati, OH · 13 postings$51.50/ hr$39–$55
- PDS HealthEverett, WA · 3 postings$77.50/ hr$70–$85
- PDS HealthPortland, OR · 3 postings$69.00/ hr$58–$80
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Low$41Median$52.00High$55
16 Hygienist postings with published pay in Ohio, 8 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Dental Hygienist (RDH)Permanent$48.00–$52.00/ hour
- Dental HygienistPermanent$35.96–$44.93/ hour
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