Dental Hygienists Salary in Connecticut
Dental Hygienists in Connecticut earn a median of $100,690 a year, +3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $100,690
- vs. U.S. median
- +3% ($98,100)
- Rank among states
- 15 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,240
Pay range in Connecticut
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $87,190; the top 10% earn over $106,020. Nationally the range is $74,880 to $126,050.
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Dental Hygienists pay in Connecticut
How much do dental hygienists make in Connecticut?
The median is $100,690 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $87,190 and the top 10% earn over $106,020. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Connecticut a good state for dental hygienists?
On pay alone it ranks 15 of 50 (+3% vs. the national median of $98,100). Living costs are not included.