Administer oral hygiene care to patients. Assess patient oral hygiene problems or needs and maintain health records. Advise patients on oral health maintenance and disease prevention. May provide advanced care such as providing fluoride treatment or administering topical anesthesia.
Dental Hygienists
SOC: 29-1292 O*NET: 29-1292.00
Median Salary
$94,260
per year
Job Growth
📈 7%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
15.3
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Administer oral hygiene care to patients. Assess patient oral hygiene problems or needs and maintain health records. Advise patients on oral health maintenance and disease prevention. May provide advanced care such as providing fluoride treatment or administering topical anesthesia.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$56,556
25th
$75,408
50th (Median)
$94,260
75th
$113,112
90th
$141,390
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:221,600
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+7%
Annual Openings:15,300
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)221,600
Current
2034 (Projected)237,200
+7%
+15,500
Employment Change
+7%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Instructing
Instructing
✓
Time Management
Time Management
✓
Coordination
Coordination
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Medicine and Dentistry
✓
Customer and Personal Service
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year