Dental Hygienist salary in Washington
Dental Hygienists in Washington earn a median of $60.27 per hour, about $125,370 a year, 33% above the U.S. median of $45.32. The middle half earn between $51.35 and $63.86 per hour. The highest median among Washington metro areas is in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, at $63.41 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $60.27median pay per hour
- $125,370median pay per year
- 5,140dental hygienists employed in Washington
- #3of 50 states by median pay
Dental Hygienist pay in Washington: percentiles
| Level | Washington per hour | Washington per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $48.46 | $100,800 | $31.96 |
| Lower quartile | $51.35 | $106,810 | $38.49 |
| Median | $60.27 | $125,370 | $45.32 |
| Upper quartile | $63.86 | $132,830 | $49.48 |
| Top 10% | $76.67 | $159,470 | $57.72 |
Dental Hygienist pay by metro area in Washington
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Washington median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $63.41 | $131,890 | 2,700 | 5% above | $57.06 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $59.01 | $122,740 | 220 | 2% below | $56.92 |
| Bellingham, WA | $57.71 | $120,030 | 160 | 4% below | $55.85 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $56.13 | $116,740 | 100 | 7% below | — |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $55.66 | $115,770 | 190 | 8% below | $52.70 |
| Yakima, WA | $51.86 | $107,870 | 180 | 14% below | $54.28 |
| Longview-Kelso, WA | $51.50 | $107,110 | 90 | 15% below | — |
| Kennewick-Richland, WA | $51.49 | $107,100 | 240 | 15% below | $51.45 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA | $50.43 | $104,880 | 380 | 16% below | $50.26 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $50.00 | $104,000 | 80 | 17% below | $48.14 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $49.90 | $103,790 | 50 | 17% below | — |
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 Washington
What employers are posting in Washington
- 15roles with published pay
- $68.50median pay per hour
- $65–$72typical published range
- 3employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Smile Brands | 11 | $68.50 |
| PDS Health | 3 | $77.50 |
| Aspen Dental | 1 | $60.50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 15 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 Washington · Dental Hygienist salary nationwide · Washington state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental hygienist make in Washington?
The median is $60.27 per hour, about $125,370 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $48.46 and the top 10% earn over $76.67 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Washington city pays dental hygienists the most?
Among Washington metro areas, Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA has the highest median at $63.41 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Washington rank for dental hygienist pay?
Washington ranks 3rd 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 HealthEverett, WA · 3 postings$77.50/ hr$70–$85
- Michael L. Bilikas, DDS PSUniversity, WA · 1 wage offer$72.33/ hr$70–$75
- Smile BrandsBonney Lake, WA · 11 postings$68.50/ hr$52–$72
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15 Hygienist postings with published pay in Washington, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 15 Hygienist roles
- Dental Hygienist - Bonney Lake, WAPermanent$65.00–$70.00/ hour
- Dental Hygienist (RDH)Permanent$58.00–$63.00/ hour
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