Dental Hygienist salary in Florida
Dental Hygienists in Florida earn a median of $38.99 per hour, about $81,090 a year, 14% below the U.S. median of $45.32. The middle half earn between $37.02 and $45.02 per hour. The highest median among Florida metro areas is in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL, at $47.27 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $38.99median pay per hour
- $81,090median pay per year
- 13,860dental hygienists employed in Florida
- #44of 50 states by median pay
Dental Hygienist pay in Florida: percentiles
| Level | Florida per hour | Florida per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.20 | $73,220 | $31.96 |
| Lower quartile | $37.02 | $77,000 | $38.49 |
| Median | $38.99 | $81,090 | $45.32 |
| Upper quartile | $45.02 | $93,640 | $49.48 |
| Top 10% | $46.67 | $97,070 | $57.72 |
Dental Hygienist pay by metro area in Florida
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Florida median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL | $47.27 | $98,320 | 540 | 21% above | $46.15 |
| Naples-Marco Island, FL | $46.16 | $96,010 | 240 | 18% above | $44.73 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $44.53 | $92,630 | 730 | 14% above | $44.76 |
| Wildwood-The Villages, FL | $43.88 | $91,270 | 70 | 13% above | — |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL | $43.50 | $90,490 | 2,410 | 12% above | $43.12 |
| Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL | $41.73 | $86,800 | 110 | 7% above | — |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL | $40.54 | $84,320 | 510 | 4% above | $39.61 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | $39.71 | $82,600 | 1,620 | 2% above | $39.15 |
| Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL | $39.65 | $82,480 | 130 | 2% above | $40.86 |
| Panama City-Panama City Beach, FL | $38.87 | $80,850 | 90 | in line with | $39.95 |
| Homosassa Springs, FL | $38.78 | $80,660 | 40 | 1% below | $41.49 |
| Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL | $38.68 | $80,450 | 260 | 1% below | $39.82 |
| Ocala, FL | $38.56 | $80,200 | 160 | 1% below | $40.49 |
| Punta Gorda, FL | $38.44 | $79,940 | 110 | 1% below | $38.24 |
| Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL | $38.36 | $79,780 | 270 | 2% below | $39.26 |
| Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL | $38.34 | $79,750 | 460 | 2% below | $38.34 |
| Gainesville, FL | $37.93 | $78,900 | 190 | 3% below | $39.21 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $37.88 | $78,800 | 380 | 3% below | $37.79 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $37.83 | $78,680 | 170 | 3% below | $40.28 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL | $37.58 | $78,170 | 4,620 | 4% below | $32.92 |
| Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL | $36.66 | $76,260 | 310 | 6% below | $36.89 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Dental Hygienist pay in states next to Florida
What employers are posting in Florida
- 16roles with published pay
- $44.50median pay per hour
- $39–$55typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| PDS Health | 10 | $47.50 |
| Aspen Dental | 5 | $42.50 |
| Smile Brands | 1 | $46 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 16 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Dental Hygienist jobs in Florida · Dental Hygienist salary nationwide · Florida state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental hygienist make in Florida?
The median is $38.99 per hour, about $81,090 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $35.20 and the top 10% earn over $46.67 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Florida city pays dental hygienists the most?
Among Florida metro areas, North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL has the highest median at $47.27 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Florida rank for dental hygienist pay?
Florida ranks 44th of 50 states by median dental hygienist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- PDS HealthLutz, FL · 10 postings$47.50/ hr$36–$55
- Dental Health Group, PAJacksonville, FL · 2 wage offers$43.50/ hr$42–$45
- Aspen DentalNiceville, FL · 5 postings$42.50/ hr$38–$46
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16 Hygienist postings with published pay in Florida, 12 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Registered Dental HygienistPermanent$40.00–$55.00/ hour
- Registered Dental HygienistPermanent$40.00–$55.00/ hour
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