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Dental Hygienists Salary in Alaska
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Dental Hygienists make in Alaska?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$132,690
Median Annual Salary
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+2.3% vs 2024
$122,560
Mean Salary
$132,690
Median Salary
$63.79
Hourly Rate
790 people work as Dental Hygienists in Alaska
Dental Hygienists salary by percentile in Alaska
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Dental Hygienists in Alaska earn a median salary of $132,690 per year ($11,057/month).
This is 37.0% above the national average of $96,870.
Alaska ranks #2 out of 50 states for Dental Hygienists pay.
Approximately 790 people work in this occupation across Alaska.
Salaries increased by 2.3% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Dental Hygienists
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.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.75
Speaking
3.5
Critical Thinking
3.5
Writing
3.12
Monitoring
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Medicine and Dentistry
4.59
Customer and Personal Service
3.94
Psychology
2.99
English Language
2.81
Education and Training
2.59
Typical Education: Associate's Degree
(75.2% of workers)
Salaries for Dental Hygienists in Alaska range from $60,590 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $138,840 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $130,340 and $136,450.
The median annual salary for Dental Hygienists in Alaska is $132,690 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $122,560.
What is the salary range for a Dental Hygienists in Alaska?
Salaries for Dental Hygienists in Alaska range from $60,590 at the 10th percentile to $138,840 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $130,340 and $136,450.
What is the starting salary for a Dental Hygienists in Alaska?
Entry-level Dental Hygienists positions in Alaska typically start around $60,590 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $130,340 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Dental Hygienists in Alaska?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 790 people are employed as Dental Hygienists in Alaska.
What is the hourly rate for a Dental Hygienists in Alaska?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Dental Hygienists in Alaska is approximately $63.79 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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