Dental Hygienists Salary in Texas
Dental Hygienists in Texas earn a median of $99,240 a year, +1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $99,240
- vs. U.S. median
- +1% ($98,100)
- Rank among states
- 17 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 16,380
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $71,530; the top 10% earn over $117,890. Nationally the range is $74,880 to $126,050.
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Dental Hygienists pay in Texas
How much do dental hygienists make in Texas?
The median is $99,240 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $71,530 and the top 10% earn over $117,890. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for dental hygienists?
On pay alone it ranks 17 of 50 (+1% vs. the national median of $98,100). Living costs are not included.