Dental Hygienists Salary in Louisiana
Dental Hygienists in Louisiana earn a median of $85,240 a year, −13% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $85,240
- vs. U.S. median
- −13% ($98,100)
- Rank among states
- 40 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,690
Pay range in Louisiana
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,900; the top 10% earn over $98,330. Nationally the range is $74,880 to $126,050.
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Dental Hygienists pay in Louisiana
How much do dental hygienists make in Louisiana?
The median is $85,240 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,900 and the top 10% earn over $98,330. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Louisiana a good state for dental hygienists?
On pay alone it ranks 40 of 50 (−13% vs. the national median of $98,100). Living costs are not included.