Dental Hygienists Salary in Pennsylvania
Dental Hygienists in Pennsylvania earn a median of $80,610 a year, −18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $80,610
- vs. U.S. median
- −18% ($98,100)
- Rank among states
- 46 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 7,970
Pay range in Pennsylvania
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $63,130; the top 10% earn over $103,540. Nationally the range is $74,880 to $126,050.
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Dental Hygienists pay in Pennsylvania
How much do dental hygienists make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $80,610 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $63,130 and the top 10% earn over $103,540. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for dental hygienists?
On pay alone it ranks 46 of 50 (−18% vs. the national median of $98,100). Living costs are not included.