Dental Hygienists Salary in District of Columbia
Dental Hygienists in District of Columbia earn a median of $137,220 a year, +40% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $137,220
- vs. U.S. median
- +40% ($98,100)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $86,120; the top 10% earn over $155,840. Nationally the range is $74,880 to $126,050.
States ranked near District of Columbia
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Dental Hygienists pay in District of Columbia
How much do dental hygienists make in District of Columbia?
The median is $137,220 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $86,120 and the top 10% earn over $155,840. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for dental hygienists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 50 (+40% vs. the national median of $98,100). Living costs are not included.