Dental Hygienists Salary in New Mexico
Dental Hygienists in New Mexico earn a median of $95,940 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $95,940
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($98,100)
- Rank among states
- 27 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,420
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $82,180; the top 10% earn over $105,440. Nationally the range is $74,880 to $126,050.
States ranked near New Mexico
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Dental Hygienists pay in New Mexico
How much do dental hygienists make in New Mexico?
The median is $95,940 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $82,180 and the top 10% earn over $105,440. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for dental hygienists?
On pay alone it ranks 27 of 50 (−2% vs. the national median of $98,100). Living costs are not included.