Dental Hygienists Salary in Colorado
Dental Hygienists in Colorado earn a median of $109,580 a year, +12% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $109,580
- vs. U.S. median
- +12% ($98,100)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 4,270
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $95,680; the top 10% earn over $128,900. Nationally the range is $74,880 to $126,050.
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Dental Hygienists pay in Colorado
How much do dental hygienists make in Colorado?
The median is $109,580 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $95,680 and the top 10% earn over $128,900. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for dental hygienists?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 50 (+12% vs. the national median of $98,100). Living costs are not included.