PermanentPosted 24 days ago
Registered Dental Hygienist
PDS Health · Lexington, SC
$43.00–$60.00/ hour
Dental Hygienist jobs in Columbia, SC
Dental Hygienists in the Columbia area earn a median of $38.32 per hour, about $79,710 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $37.01 and $40.09. That ranks 274th of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 255th of 332 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Columbia and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Columbia.
- $38.32median pay per hour, Columbia
- $37–$40typical range per hour
- 560dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 2% below the South Carolina statewide median of $39.29 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 560 dental hygienists employed in the Columbia metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.02).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $30.03 | $62,460 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.01 | $76,980 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.32 | $79,710 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.09 | $83,390 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.38 | $94,390 | in line with U.S. median |
How Columbia ranks
- 274th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 255th of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 8 South 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 Columbia
- Overall prices in Columbia run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.32 median hour buys what $40.91 buys at the national price level, 10% 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.
Estimate your Columbia paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,380
- Per year: $68,976
- Per month: $5,748
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Richland County
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Richland County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Hill, SC | 62 mi | $45.01/hr | 75,798 |
| Charlotte, NC | 81 mi | $45.01/hr | 943,476 |
| Augusta, GA | 82 mi | $35.39/hr | 201,737 |
| Summerville, SC | 83 mi | $43.90/hr | 52,625 |
| Gastonia, NC | 85 mi | $45.01/hr | 85,535 |
| Goose Creek, SC | 89 mi | $43.90/hr | 50,352 |
Dental Hygienist jobs in South Carolina · Dental Hygienist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in South Carolina
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
South Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Columbia city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do dental hygienists make in Columbia, SC?
Dental Hygienists in the Columbia metro area have a median pay of $38.32 per hour, about $79,710 a year. The middle half earn between $37.01 and $40.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbia a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
Columbia ranks 255th of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 274th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring dental hygienists in Columbia?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Columbia area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Columbia.
Do I need a South Carolina license to work in Columbia as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Columbia in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Richland 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 Columbia?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Columbia and across South Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Columbia.
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Your Hygienist pay reportTop-paying employers shown · your South Carolina list by name comes with the full report
1Pay for your role at other employers
- PDS HealthIndian Land, SC · 2 postings$52.75/ hr$43–$60
- Aspen DentalNorth Myrtle Beach, SC · 2 postings$46.25/ hr$42–$50
- PDS HealthEverett, WA · 3 postings$77.50/ hr$70–$85
- PDS HealthPortland, OR · 3 postings$69.00/ hr$58–$80
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your South Carolina list
2What they are offering now
Low$42Median$49.50High$60
4 Hygienist postings with published pay in South Carolina, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 Hygienist roles
- Registered Dental HygienistPermanent$50.00–$58.00/ hour
- Registered Dental HygienistPermanent$43.00–$60.00/ hour
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