Dental Hygienist salary in Massachusetts
Dental Hygienists in Massachusetts earn a median of $48.46 per hour, about $100,790 a year, 7% above the U.S. median of $45.32. The middle half earn between $47.09 and $50.40 per hour. The highest median among Massachusetts metro areas is in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, at $49.07 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $48.46median pay per hour
- $100,790median pay per year
- 6,780dental hygienists employed in Massachusetts
- #9of 50 states by median pay
Dental Hygienist pay in Massachusetts: percentiles
| Level | Massachusetts per hour | Massachusetts per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $45.87 | $95,410 | $31.96 |
| Lower quartile | $47.09 | $97,950 | $38.49 |
| Median | $48.46 | $100,790 | $45.32 |
| Upper quartile | $50.40 | $104,830 | $49.48 |
| Top 10% | $51.71 | $107,560 | $57.72 |
Dental Hygienist pay by metro area in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Massachusetts median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $49.07 | $102,060 | 5,080 | 1% above | $45.32 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $48.37 | $100,610 | 190 | in line with | — |
| Worcester, MA | $48.18 | $100,210 | 720 | 1% below | $46.99 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton, MA | $46.56 | $96,840 | 130 | 4% below | $46.45 |
| Springfield, MA | $46.27 | $96,250 | 420 | 5% below | $48.17 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $46.26 | $96,210 | 90 | 5% below | $48.64 |
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 Massachusetts
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $46.28 | $96,270 | 4% below Massachusetts |
| New Hampshire | $46.51 | $96,740 | 4% below Massachusetts |
| New York | $45.94 | $95,560 | 5% below Massachusetts |
| Rhode Island | $39.84 | $82,870 | 18% below Massachusetts |
| Vermont | $47.83 | $99,490 | 1% below Massachusetts |
What employers are posting in Massachusetts
- 10roles with published pay
- $51.25median pay per hour
- $46–$61typical published range
- 5employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Care Alliance | 6 | $50 |
| PDS Health | 1 | $56 |
| Benevis | 1 | $55 |
| Mass General Brigham | 1 | $34.33 |
| Aspen Dental | 1 | $59.50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 10 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a dental hygienist make in Massachusetts?
The median is $48.46 per hour, about $100,790 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $45.87 and the top 10% earn over $51.71 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Massachusetts city pays dental hygienists the most?
Among Massachusetts metro areas, Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH has the highest median at $49.07 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Massachusetts rank for dental hygienist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 9th 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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- Dental Care AllianceWilbraham, MA · 6 postings$50.00/ hr$45–$58
- 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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