Dental Hygienists Salary in Arkansas
Dental Hygienists in Arkansas earn a median of $86,760 a year, −12% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $86,760
- vs. U.S. median
- −12% ($98,100)
- Rank among states
- 39 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,740
Pay range in Arkansas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,170; the top 10% earn over $97,730. Nationally the range is $74,880 to $126,050.
States ranked near Arkansas
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Dental Hygienists pay in Arkansas
How much do dental hygienists make in Arkansas?
The median is $86,760 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,170 and the top 10% earn over $97,730. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Arkansas a good state for dental hygienists?
On pay alone it ranks 39 of 50 (−12% vs. the national median of $98,100). Living costs are not included.