Dental Hygienists Salary in Kentucky
Dental Hygienists in Kentucky earn a median of $78,830 a year, −20% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,830
- vs. U.S. median
- −20% ($98,100)
- Rank among states
- 47 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,070
Pay range in Kentucky
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,280; the top 10% earn over $98,770. Nationally the range is $74,880 to $126,050.
States ranked near Kentucky
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Dental Hygienists pay in Kentucky
How much do dental hygienists make in Kentucky?
The median is $78,830 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,280 and the top 10% earn over $98,770. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Kentucky a good state for dental hygienists?
On pay alone it ranks 47 of 50 (−20% vs. the national median of $98,100). Living costs are not included.