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Dental Hygienists Salary in Colorado
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Dental Hygienists make in Colorado?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$109,580
Median Annual Salary
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+2.7% vs 2024
$110,030
Mean Salary
$109,580
Median Salary
$52.68
Hourly Rate
4,270 people work as Dental Hygienists in Colorado
Dental Hygienists salary by percentile in Colorado
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Dental Hygienists in Colorado earn a median salary of $109,580 per year ($9,131/month).
This is 13.1% above the national average of $96,870.
Colorado ranks #7 out of 50 states for Dental Hygienists pay.
Approximately 4,270 people work in this occupation across Colorado.
Salaries increased by 2.7% 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 Colorado range from $95,680 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $128,900 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $102,580 and $125,470.
The median annual salary for Dental Hygienists in Colorado is $109,580 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $110,030.
What is the salary range for a Dental Hygienists in Colorado?
Salaries for Dental Hygienists in Colorado range from $95,680 at the 10th percentile to $128,900 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $102,580 and $125,470.
What is the starting salary for a Dental Hygienists in Colorado?
Entry-level Dental Hygienists positions in Colorado typically start around $95,680 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $102,580 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Dental Hygienists in Colorado?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 4,270 people are employed as Dental Hygienists in Colorado.
What is the hourly rate for a Dental Hygienists in Colorado?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Dental Hygienists in Colorado is approximately $52.68 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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