Dental Hygienist salary in Rhode Island
Dental Hygienists in Rhode Island earn a median of $39.84 per hour, about $82,870 a year, 12% below the U.S. median of $45.32. The middle half earn between $39.31 and $41.13 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $39.84median pay per hour
- $82,870median pay per year
- 850dental hygienists employed in Rhode Island
- #35of 50 states by median pay
Dental Hygienist pay in Rhode Island: percentiles
| Level | Rhode Island per hour | Rhode Island per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.27 | $81,680 | $31.96 |
| Lower quartile | $39.31 | $81,760 | $38.49 |
| Median | $39.84 | $82,870 | $45.32 |
| Upper quartile | $41.13 | $85,550 | $49.48 |
| Top 10% | $41.53 | $86,380 | $57.72 |
Dental Hygienist pay by metro area in Rhode Island
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Rhode Island median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence-Warwick, RI-MA | $40.88 | $85,020 | 1,390 | 3% above | $40.17 |
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 Rhode Island
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $46.28 | $96,270 | 16% above Rhode Island |
| Massachusetts | $48.46 | $100,790 | 22% above Rhode Island |
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Common questions
How much does a dental hygienist make in Rhode Island?
The median is $39.84 per hour, about $82,870 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $39.27 and the top 10% earn over $41.53 (BLS, May 2024).
Where does Rhode Island rank for dental hygienist pay?
Rhode Island ranks 35th 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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